Summer Camp Fun for All Ages and Abilities
Here’s a list of day, overnight and virtual camps to help you find the right fit for your child It’s hard to believe another school year will soon come to an end. The good news…
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DSCC Intern Grateful for Education Opportunity of a Lifetime
“These conversations with families each month create an everlasting relationship and lessons that I will carry with me for a lifetime.”
Participant Families: Share Your Preference for In-Person Visits
Complete a short survey to share your input and comfort level As we move out of the pandemic phase of COVID-19, we’re planning for how to best support our participant families. These plans include how our…
Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Options for Families
How to access at-home test kits at no cost *** Please see our updated news post, “Free At-Home COVID Test Program Resumes,” for the most up-to-date information about free COVID-19 test availability. *** If you…
DSCC Participant’s ‘Baby Bucket List’ Spreads Awareness and Joy
Elijah’s Baby Bucket List is a social media movement raising awareness about lissencephaly while helping 4-year-old Elijah live life to the fullest Elijah is quite the celebrity and not just among his nine older siblings….
Illinois Miss Amazing Program Accepting Applications
The Miss Amazing program seeks to encourage future leaders and break down stereotypes by empowering girls with disabilities from a young age to take pride in who they are…
New Law Empowers Adults With Disabilities to Make Their Own Choices
The Supported Decision-Making Act takes effect Feb. 27 and allows individuals with disabilities to make decisions with help from trusted supporters When making decisions, we all rely on help and advice to choose what’s right…
Parent Education Workshop Series Open to All DSCC Families
DSCC partners with IL LEND to offer an online space for parents to learn about important topics, gain resources and discuss strategies A new webinar series provides an online space for parents and caregivers to…
Program Coordinator Assistant Earns DSCC’s 2021 Merit Award
Kimberley Firkins recognized for exemplifying DSCC’s mission to partner, help and connect Kimberley Firkins is the 2021 recipient of the Award of Merit from the University of Illinois Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children…
Santa Making Sensory-Friendly Stops Statewide
Free Santa visits for children with autism and other special needs Are you ready for some Santa magic? Autism Speaks has partnered with Cherry Hill Programs to provide sensory-friendly Santa experiences nationwide. In Illinois, Santa…