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Public input needed for maternal and child health survey The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) wants to hear from you. We invite Illinois residents to fill out a…
DSCC continues to provide care coordination services and support for affected families. Illinois children with special healthcare needs who receive Medicaid are now enrolled in managed care. Managed care is a type of health insurance…
DSCC’s new greeting cards feature artwork from young Illinois artists The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is excited to announce the winners of our Greeting Card Art Contest….
Families transitioning to Medicaid managed care must select a health plan by or shortly after Jan. 10. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid managed care program that is now required statewide. The Illinois Department of…
DSCC regional offices work together to provide gifts and Christmas magic to children and families in their communities. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) team is united in…
Families transitioning to Medicaid managed care must select a health plan by Jan. 10. Children with special healthcare needs will move into Medicaid’s managed care program on Feb. 1. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid…
Children with special healthcare needs will move into Medicaid’s managed care program on Feb. 1. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid managed care program that is now required statewide. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and…
Marcus Theatres offers special moving showings catered to individuals with special needs and their families on select dates. Marcus Theatres’ Reel Movies for Real Needs is a specially designed program to serve families with special…
The story of 3-year-old Nash Stineman’s huge birthday parade goes viral as his family seeks treatment for his rare, terminal disease. Nash Stineman has a rare condition called Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Respiratory Distress or…
The Secret Sleigh Project is now accepting applications for Santa home visits during the 2019 holiday season. Illinois children with an illness and/or disability that makes traveling difficult could receive a free home visit from…
