We’re here to help.
We partner with Illinois families and communities to help children and youth with special healthcare needs connect to services and resources.
How we help.
How we help you and your child depends on your specific preferences and needs. Our Care Coordinators can support you in the following areas:
Who we help.
We serve thousands of families in all counties across the State of Illinois.
(The Division of Specialized Care for Children) was one of the first organizations to step into our lives. They were some of the first social workers who came into our home and really began helping us to navigate our new lives with a medically complex child.
New approval process for respite care for individuals enrolled in the MFTD waiver begins on Sept. 1
Families enrolled in the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for Those Who Are Medically Fragile Technology Dependent (MFTD ...
Nearly 20 Illinois families gained valuable knowledge, support and connection for raising a child with hearing loss during the annual Institute in June
June 10-14, 2025, marked 80 years of the Institute for Parents of Preschool Children...
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Does your child want to make new friends? Develop new skills? Meet others with their condition or become more independent?
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News
New Approval Process for Respite Nursing Services
August 12, 2025
New approval process for respite care for individuals enrolled in the MFTD waiver begins on Sept. 1 Families enrolled in the Medicaid Home and Community-Based...
August 4, 2025
Nearly 20 Illinois families gained valuable knowledge, support and connection for raising a child with hearing loss during the annual Institute in June June...
Sensory-Friendly Fun for Families at the 2025 Illinois State Fair
July 9, 2025
DSCC team members will be at the fair’s Sensory Station on Aug. 7-10 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 9 We are...
Events
September 13, 2025
A free in-person conference at multiple Illinois sites for parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing Join the Illinois School for the...
Disabilities Resource Fair in Chicago
September 13, 2025
Free in-person, inclusive resource fair and virtual question-and-answer period for people with disabilities, families, caregivers and professionals Join Parents of Extraordinary Children to network, socialize...
Webinar Series – “The IEP and What You Need to Know”
September 13, 2025
A free webinar series to help parents and caregivers of children with disabilities build confidence in supporting their child’s education Join the Family Resource Center...