Report finds deficiencies in respite care for very ill children

Respite care is not available for all children with life-limiting illnesses, according to a new report carried out in 11 counties.

Report finds deficiencies in respite care for very ill children
Wed, 13 Apr, 2011 - 13:07

Respite care is not available for all children with life-limiting illnesses, according to a new report carried out in 11 counties.

The 'Respite Services for Children with Life-Limiting Conditions and their Families' report found that a co-ordinated respite programme is needed to meet the needs of 411 sick children in Dublin/Mid-Leinster and Dublin North-East.

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