Options for Voters with Disabilities
Learn more about your rights and options with USAGov’s Guide for Voters with a Disability. Election Day is right around the corner. Do you know if your polling place is accessible? Do you need accommodations?…
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Artwork Needed for DSCC Calendar Contest
Children and young adults’ original drawings will be featured in DSCC’s 2019 promotional calendar. Calling all young artists! The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is seeking children and…
DSCC Families Connect, Find Support for Children with Hearing Loss During Annual Institute
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Families gain valuable information and confidence during the 2018 Institute for Parents of Preschool Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Late last year, Kendall and Nick Gould’s infant daughter, Tate, was born with…
Tips to Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses
Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them. A predicted heat wave for most of the state could bring a dangerous mix of high temperatures and high humidity. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)…
Tips to Avoid Tick- and Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
Learn what you and your family can do to avoid insect bites this summer. Summer is here and so are the outdoor pests. But insect bites are much more than an itchy inconvenience. They can spread…
Program Provides Free, Healthy Meals and Snacks for Children
Program open to all youth age 18 and under to fill the nutritional gap during the summer months. Many Illinois families depend on their children’s schools to provide regular, healthy meals. The Illinois State Board of Education…
DSCC Provides Screening Devices and Training to Better Serve Infants with Hearing Loss
DSCC partnership with UIC’s Division of Audiology will help more newborns with suspected hearing loss receive timely screenings and follow-up services. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) continues…
Disaster Preparedness Tips for People with Special Needs and Caregivers
IEMA highlights importance of disaster preparedness for people with functional and access needs during the month of May. While most disasters can’t be prevented, the stress of such situations can be reduced significantly through personal…
DSCC Thanks Orthopedic Surgeon for Extraordinary Care and Service
Dr. Gabriel retires after helping hundreds of DSCC youth through free orthopedic clinics. Eleven-year-old Bayan sat quietly in an exam room during a recent orthopedic assessment clinic hosted by the University of Illinois at Chicago’s…
Summer Camp Opportunities for All Ages and Abilities
A variety of overnight and day camps are available throughout Illinois. Are you looking for fun and engaging activities to help your child make new friends, develop new skills and foster their independence? Our Care…