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.

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.