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.
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 Jan. 1, 2025.
The Illinois Department of...
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News
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Get Hopping to Sensory-Friendly Bunny Visits and Egg Hunts in April
May 23, 2025
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...
Events
Virtual - "SIBStastic Thursdays" for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability
August 21, 2025
Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting...
Virtual – “SIBStastic Thursdays” for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability
August 21, 2025
Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting...
Low-Sensory Morning at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago
August 24, 2025
A quieter, low-sensory opportunity for guests to explore the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Chicago is hosting...