Irish Examiner view: Change in respite care puts cart before the horse

Social care, like many other industries and professions, has failed to train and retain enough people to meet the accelerating needs of society.

The reasons for the ongoing crisis in respite care in Co Cork and in other parts of the country are both well-rehearsed and well-understood. 

There is a shortage of beds, and of trained staff who have the necessary clearances to work with young people in what can be challenging circumstances requiring both patience and experience.