Rate Increase for In-Home Nurses Now Approved
HFS has received the necessary federal approval for the Jan. 1, 2025, rate increase to take effect. We have an important update on the rate increase for in-home nurses originally set to take effect on…
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Share Your Input and Connect at Our Family Advisory Council Open Forum on May 8
We invite all Illinois families of children with special healthcare needs to share their feedback and experiences at this virtual forum. Join us for an opportunity to connect with other families and share your feedback…
Get Hopping to Sensory-Friendly Bunny Visits and Egg Hunts in April
Enjoy inclusive egg hunts, time with the Easter Bunny and lots of family fun at sites across Illinois Wondering where the Easter Bunny will hop next? Check out our Special Events page to find sensory-friendly…
Inclusive Camps for All Ages Offer Fun, Friendships and New Adventures!
Check out our summer camp list to explore opportunities and find the right fit for your camper Does your child want to make new friends? Develop new skills? Meet others with their condition or become…
Meet Our Medical Advisory Board Member Dr. Sarah Sobotka
“My hope is that what I bring to DSCC… are the data points that help to drive advocacy and improvements in care.” Dr. Sarah Sobotka first started working with the Division of Specialized Care for…
Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference Maps Out Routes to Adulthood
The Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference provides valuable opportunities and resources to help youth and young adults with disabilities navigate the transition to adulthood. Turning 18 is a major milestone. For Brenton Braxton and his…
Resources to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant
We developed a tip sheet to help guide parents and caregivers through the steps to become a CNA. We continue to wait for approval to allow parents/legally responsible adults (LRAs) to become paid caregivers if…
IL LEND 2025-26 Training Program Taking Applications Until March 1
Build your leadership skills and improve the quality of life for people with disabilities through this free training program for graduate students, self-advocates and family members. The University of Illinois Chicago’s (UIC) Leadership and Education…
Free Family Webinar Series Focuses on Medicaid Waivers
Learn more about the MFTD, DRS and DDD Medicaid waivers and how they can help your family Our annual Health Insurance Education Series returns in March to help families understand important health insurance topics. In…
DSCC Families, We Want Your Feedback!
Our annual family survey is an easy way to share your input and help improve our services. Attention participant families, be sure to watch your mail or email! On Feb. 10, all Division of Specialized…