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Medical/Health and Wellness Resources

  • COVID-19 Test to Treat Site

    The Test to Treat site can help you be tested, treated and prescribed treatment for COVID-19 at little to no cost. The site provides information on accessing lifesaving treatments for COVID nationwide and contacting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 hotline and the Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL).

  • COVID-19 Vaccine Resources for Families

    The Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics provides a wide range of COVID-19 vaccination and other immunization resources for families. The information is provided in an easy-to-understand format and is available in English and Spanish.

    Topics include:

    COVID-19 treatment for children not in the hospital and at risk for severe illness
    Mental Health During COVID-19: Signs Your Child May Need More Support
    Tips and tricks for before, during and after your immunization visit

  • Danny Did Foundation

    The Danny Did Foundation works toward its mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures with these main goals in mind: advancing public awareness of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), enhancing the SUDEP communication model between medical professionals and families afflicted by seizures, and the mainstreaming of seizure detection and prediction devices that may assist in preventing seizure-related deaths.

    The Danny Did Foundation’s grant program does provide financial assistance for purchasing seizure detection and seizure prediction devices to qualifying individuals.

  • Dental Care for Children with Special Needs Tip Sheet

    Children with special needs may need extra time or support when seeing a dentist. This tip sheet provides resources and the steps needed to balance your child’s needs with the dentist’s experience.

    You can view the  Dental Care for Children with Special Needs tip sheet from the InsureKidsNow.gov website.

  • Dental Coverage for Illinois Medicaid

    Find out what dental services are covered by Illinois Medicaid and where you can get them.

  • DentaQuest

    Illnois Department of Healthcare and Family Services contracts with DentaQuest for clients receiving AllKids or Medicaid.

  • Dentist Locator – Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

    Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) cover dental services, including check-ups, x-rays, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, fillings and more. Use this Dentist Locator to find a dentist in your community who sees children and accepts Medicaid and CHIP.

    If you don’t have coverage, learn more about free or low-cost health insurance available in your area at InsureKidsNow.gov or call 1-877-KIDS-NOW/(877) 543-7669.

  • Department of Financial and Professional Regulation: License Lookup

    Formerly known as Department of Professional Regulation.  Information on licensure in Illinois for many professions including physicians, nurses and therapists.

  • Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic

    As a part of the UIC Department of Disability and Human Development, this clinic provides comprehensive assessment and treatment services for children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities.

  • DHS List of Community Service Agencies Serving Immigrants in Illinois

    The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) provides a statewide list of community service agencies serving immigrants. The list includes:

    The agency name and contact information
    Their geographic service areas
    Citizenship, case management and other services provided
    Languages available