A Kerry mother is appealing to the HSE to provide respite care for children with complex medical needs.
Catherine O’Connor from Castleisland’s eleven year-old son, Enis, has autism and Moyamoya disease.
The rare blood condition has caused Enis to have strokes, and acquire brain injuries, which have resulted in him behaving aggressively.
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She claims they’ve been told they could be waiting between 18 months and two years for respite.
Ms O’Connor believes the support is especially needed at night-time and weekends:
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