Respite services restored for those with intellectual disabilities

AFTER a relentless campaign, respite services have been restored to families who have members with intellectual disabilities cared for by the Brothers of Charity in Bawnmore.

Minister of State &Jan O’Sullivan welcomed the return of the services and said: “The closure of the respite facility caused real hardship and pain to those caring for family members with intellectual disabilities. Many of those caring for loved ones are elderly themselves and often struggle to cope in caring for family members. As such the provision of a respite service is a critical part of the service provided by the Brothers of Charity.

“Following meetings with my colleague, I am pleased that the necessary funding to allow the resumption of respite services has been approved and the service restored.”