Navigating care for a child with complex medical needs can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. Jack and Jill offers a clear, direct referral pathway designed to connect your family with flexible, in-home nursing and respite support as quickly as possible—with no red tape or waiting lists.
Respite support is offered to children up to the age of 7 who have severe neurodevelopmental delay. Another key part of our service is end of life care for all children up to the age of 7, irrespective of diagnosis.
*A family enquiry form, can be completed by a parent/guardian regarding eligibility.
A referral form must be completed. It is available to download or fill in online at www.jackandjill.ie/referral-form/. To request a copy by post, simply email [email protected]. Please include a medical report/ discharge summary when available.
When a referral is received the Liaison Nurse Manager (LNM) in the local area will contact the family as soon as possible.
The LNM will arrange a home visit and assess the child and family’s needs. They will explain the service, offer advice and practical support. Our service is flexible, and family centred.
We provide an average of 20-40 in home nursing/respite hours per month (maximum 80 hours). The LNM's role includes ongoing support, co-ordinating respite, home visits and advocacy. The LNM will liaise with other health professionals as required.
Timely provision of in-home nursing care of 80 hours per month can be provided at end of life. The LNM’s will; assist in organising and support nurses; listen and help co-ordinate families wishes; regularly review the child and family’s needs; work together with other health care professional and service providers.
Respite support is offered to children up to the age of 7 who have severe neurodevelopmental delay. Another key part of our service is end of life care for all children up to the age of 7, irrespective of diagnosis.
*A family enquiry form, can be completed by a parent/guardian regarding eligibility.
Our referral form must be completed. It is available to download or fill in online at www.jackandjill.ie/referral-form/. To request a copy by post, simply email [email protected]. Please include a medical report/ discharge summary when available.
When a referral is received the Liaison Nurse Manager (LNM) in the local area will contact the family as soon as possible.
The LNM will arrange a home visit and assess the child and family’s needs. They will explain the service, offer advice and practical support. Our service is flexible, and family centred.
We provide an average of 20-40 in home nursing/respite hours per month (maximum 80 hours). The LNM's role includes ongoing support, co-ordinating respite, home visits and advocacy. The LNM will liaise with other health professionals as required.
Timely provision of in-home nursing care of 80 hours per month can be provided at end of life. The LNM’s will; assist in organising and support nurses; listen and help co-ordinate families wishes; regularly review the child and family’s needs; work together with other health care professional and service providers.
Phone: +353 45 894 538
Email: [email protected]
