Help Us Open the Door to Respite for More Children
€2.1 million needed. Every donation brings us closer.
Why This Matters
The Reality: Why We Must Act Now
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Overcrowded & Inadequate Facilities – The current house, built in 2006, does not have enough space, sensory areas, or private spaces for children with complex needs.
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A Two-Year Waiting List – Families are left struggling without support, leading to exhaustion, burnout, and crisis situations.
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Safety Concerns in Urban Setting – The current location in Limerick City poses logistical challenges and safety risks during drop-offs and collections.
We must provide a better solution for these children and their families.
What We're Building
With your support, we will create a new, state-of-the-art respite house designed with the specific needs of these children in mind. This will be more than just a building—it will be a home from home, providing care, comfort, and security.
Essential Relief for Families
More frequent and reliable respite care will provide vital breaks for exhausted families, helping preserve their well-being and stability.
Increasing Capacity, Cutting Wait Times
Increasing the number of bed nights from 842 to 2,172 p.a.
Purpose-Built for Complex Needs
A modern, fully accessible facility designed specifically for children with complex medical, behavioural, and sensory needs.
Ready to Build—We Just Need You
22% of the funding is already secured. With your help, we can raise the final €2.1 million and make this home a reality.
The Project in Numbers
Your Support Can Change Lives
We need to raise €2,100,000 to make this respite home a reality. Your contribution—no matter how big or small—directly impacts the lives of children and families in desperate need.
How You Can Help
Donate Now – Every euro brings us closer to opening the doors of the new respite home.
Fundraise for Us – Organise an event, set up a challenge, or rally your community.
Spread the Word – Share this campaign with friends, family, and on social media.
“Without respite care, our family is constantly exhausted. This new house would mean we can finally breathe.”
Inspiring Stories From Supporters
“Tara is so happy, she has her favourite staff and we can see the beneifts from every stay that she has.
We couldn’t function or manage as parents without this support.
The reality is, respite is a need for every family like ours, and there is simply not enough of it.”
Andrew, Dad
“Devyn loves being in respite, he loves meeting up with his friends and I know he’s safe and happy.”
Natasha, Mum
The Fundraising Team
This project is led by a passionate group of parents, carers, and supporters—many of whom know firsthand what respite care means.
We’ve done this before. Together, we can do it again.
FAQ's
What is respite care?
Short term overnight stays and support for children with a disability and their families supporting independence and a break
Who will benefit?
Local children with complex care needs and their families
Is this a registered fundraising campaign?
Join Us & Support Us
Alternatively, contact Jesse Kennedy at jkennedy@respect.ie or 087 949 9400 to discuss corporate support opportunities.