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

  • Virtual - Sibling Day Celebration

    May 21, 2024

    Celebrate and learn with a panel of experts and other siblings of people with developmental disabilities Supporting Illinois Brothers & Sisters (S.I.B.S.) is hosting a...

  • Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Educational Support Group in Belleville

    May 21, 2024

    The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Educational Support Group” is for individuals with epilepsy,...

  • Webinar - "School Readiness Gaps Matter! Bridging Gaps Through Physical Activity"

    May 21, 2024

    Free webinar series for families, caregivers and professionals providing tips and strategies to help children with autism and other disabilities Join the University of Illinois Chicago’s...