We are building a new children’s respite home in Annacotty, Co. Limerick.

A safe, purpose-built space where children with complex needs can stay overnight,mid-week and for weekends, open 24/7, giving their families vital rest and recovery time.

This home will provide:

• High-quality overnight respite care

• Warm, accessible, homelike surroundings

• Expert staff trained in specialised care

• A break for families who urgently need support

• Increase bed capacity from 842 to 2,172 bed nights

Families in the Limerick region are under extreme pressure. The current respite facilities are:

• Outdated

• Overbooked

• Unable to meet demand

Many families are simply told, “There’s no space available.”
That’s not good enough—for the children or their carers.

The new Respite Home will serve dozens of families currently without access to proper respite care.

Key Features:

• 6 fully accessible bedrooms

• Sensory room and quiet spaces

• Shared kitchen and family-style dining area

• Medical-grade bathrooms and lift systems

• Secure outdoor play area

• Staff room and 24/7 clinical oversight

• Space for overnight stays, weekends, and emergencies

The total cost of the build is €2,100,000. This includes:

• Construction

• Staff support spaces

• Outdoor secure areas

• Safety, accessibility, and sensory features

We aim to break ground in by the end of the year, with completion within 12–18 months.