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.

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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.
— Erica Stearns, mother of Margot and Caratacus

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Events

  • “2026 Rising Moms Caregivers Retreat” in Lake Geneva, Wis.

    February 27, 2026

    A soul-nourishing weekend created for moms raising children with disabilities The Rising Lights Project will host the “2026 Rising Moms Caregivers Retreat” at Lodge Geneva...

  • Webinar – WISE Event to Learn About the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program

    February 27, 2026

    A free webinar to help Social Security Disability beneficiaries and their families/caregivers understand their options and successfully transition to work The Illinois Assistive Technology Program...

  • Webinar – “Seven Considerations Of Autism: ASD and the IEP”

    March 18, 2026

    A free webinar covering state guidelines and tips for developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Join the Resource...