Questions and Definitions

Below you will find links to resources that will help you find answer to many of the commonly asked questions about children’s palliative care and also definitions for terms used within children’s palliative care

Republic of Ireland

The Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation

In dealing with your child’s illness, you may hear words or terms that are confusing. This webpage contains some helpful definitions for some of these words. 

Link: Words and Meaning

This page contains lots of information such as entitlements (Carer’s Allowance, Respite Care Grant, Long Term Illness Card etc), education and frequently asked questions including the role of Jack & Jill and how you can avail of their services

Link: Information for Families

Northern Ireland

Together for Short Lives 

The Together for Short Lives website provides information on their family support hub where you can find answers to common questions. You can view the link below

Together For Short Lives support

Definitions can be found by clicking here, provided by Together for Short Lives