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The number of people receiving respite care has fallen by more than a third over the last seven years, according to a report released tomorrow from the health think tank, The King's Fund, seen by this programme.
Many charities and care providers say that respite is a critical part of the social care system, helping family members who are sometimes looking after wives, husbands or children 24 hours a day.
Our Economics Correspondent Helia Ebrahimi reports from the South West of England on two parents trying to protect respite care in their area.
Many charities and care providers say that respite is a critical part of the social care system, helping family members who are sometimes looking after wives, husbands or children 24 hours a day.
Our Economics Correspondent Helia Ebrahimi reports from the South West of England on two parents trying to protect respite care in their area.
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