Our 2026 Annual Family Survey Is Coming!
DSCC participant families, please be on the lookout for our annual family survey on Feb. 10. Participant families, we want to hear from you! Our annual family survey is coming soon, and your feedback helps…
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Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify Event Brings Opportunity to Shine
Build friendships, boost self-confidence, and practice key self-advocacy skills in a fun and supportive environment at the Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify 2026 event for girls and women with disabilities Miss Amazing is a national nonprofit…
Information Technology Support Associate Earns DSCC’s 2025 Award of Merit
DSCC honors Zack Alumbaugh for his outstanding customer service, collaboration and dedication to serving Illinois children and families Information Technology Support Associate Zack Alumbaugh is the 2025 recipient of the Award of Merit from the…
Create Holiday Magic with Inclusive Fun for Everyone!
Celebrate the holidays with our list of inclusive, sensory-friendly events happening across Illinois. The holiday season is a time for joy, connection and shared traditions. For individuals with sensory sensitivities, medical complexities and other disabilities,…
Honor National Family Caregivers Month by Caring for Yourself
We’ve developed resources to help you support your mental health, reduce stress and connect with others who understand. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication of families…
DSCC is on Instagram!
Join us as we grow our online community to share resources, family stories and more. The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is now on Instagram! Follow @UICDSCC to stay connected and find: Helpful…
Update on Federal SNAP Benefits and Food Resources for Families
DSCC can help our participant families find food pantries and other resources as the federal government shutdown continues. UPDATED on Nov. 14, 2025 – The Illinois Department of Human Services says it’s working to distribute…
Important Update About Our Phone Menu Options
Details about our updated phone menu to help families more quickly connect with our team It’s important that you can reach the right team member whenever you need help or have questions. We want to…
Update on DSCC’s New Claims Processing System
Find out what our participant families can expect as we continue to roll out CarePay, our new claims processing system We want to share our progress as we implement a new claims system and explain…
Seeking Teens and Young Adults for Our Youth Advisory Council
The council is a great opportunity to share your voice and help improve transition support for youth across Illinois. Calling all teens and young adults with special healthcare needs in Illinois! Would you like to…