Parents of children with a life-limiting condition left overwhelmed and isolated by pandemic

LauraLynn Ambassador, Garry Ringrose, pictured alongside Niamh and Sean Ryan (13) from Portlaoise at the launch of Children's Hospice Week in LauraLynn. Picture: Andres Poveda

Over 60% of parents who are caring for a child with a life-limiting condition have reported feeling very isolated during the pandemic.

There are approximately 3,840 children in Ireland living with a life-limiting condition, 1,900 of whom have palliative care needs, and Covid-19 has had a drastic impact on their lives and the lives of their families.