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Online training for families and professionals on caring for children with a tracheostomy with/without a ventilator A free course is available for how to care for children with a tracheostomy (trach) with/without a ventilator. The…
Ralph Schubert honored for 40 years helping Illinois children and families Ralph Schubert has received the Title V Lifetime Achievement Award from the federal Maternal and Child Health Bureau. Ralph is the former Associate Director…
Programs provide help for persons with disabilities, limited English-speaking taxpayers, low-income families and individuals over 60 Free tax help is available for Illinois residents in need through several programs across the state. The Internal Revenue…
Foundation provided financial gifts to support the needs of eight DSCC participants throughout 2020. The University of Illinois Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) works with many community organizations and nonprofits to help…
The Consumer Stipend Program provides assistive technology funding for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Most conferences, important meetings and training for people with developmental disabilities and their families have gone virtual. Grant funding…
Make-A-Wish organizes a car parade, limo ride and shopping spree for 3-year-old T’Aubrae The year 2020 has been especially challenging for Shyterria Jordan and her children. Her 3-year-old son, T’Aubrae, has complex medical needs. He…
Tiffany Kalka honored for outstanding service to children with special healthcare needs. Tiffany Kalka is the 2020 recipient of the Award of Merit from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for…
DSCC provides support and resources to strengthen caregivers’ ability to care for themselves and children with special healthcare needs. November is National Family Caregivers Month. It’s an opportunity to celebrate all of you who selflessly…
Emma Wiker’s community effort helps local pets stay fed and cared for during the COVID-19 pandemic. For six years, Emma Wiker has run the Animal Abusive Protection Program to raise money for abused or abandoned…
To celebrate World Mental Health Day, DSCC promotes the importance of social connection and ways to support it. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is committed to strengthening…
