Find out about news and events for children with special healthcare needs.
To view information specific to your area, visit your Regional Office page. You can also use the search field in the upper right hand corner to narrow your view. For example, you can search for camps, workshops, a specific topic, or by condition.
Learn practical strategies and tools to plan for the transition to adulthood during our free two-part series Families can face new challenges and shifting roles as young people move toward adulthood. Join the Division of…
The new system offers faster, more efficient claims processing Our new, centralized claims and provider management system for the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is now live! This upgrade is part of our…
Our NurseNet site will be unavailable during scheduled maintenance from May 1-11 The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) will implement a new claims processing system in May. Our Provider Portal, a part of…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
