New survey finds 78% of parents lost income as a consequence of their child’s hospitalisation, with an average loss of €605 per week. Our colleagues noteworthy_ie report:
PARENTS CAN SPEND over €100 per day on non-medical costs associated with having a child in hospital, according to a survey released today. Some parents have to spend as much as €150 a day.
She said “there is a shocking variance in parking fees across the country” and welcomed the recent election promises to do away with the charges. Accommodation costs are also a big expense with some resorting to B&Bs or hotels when designated accommodation is booked out. Gunning said that a B&B can cost an average of €125 per night or if there are events in Dublin, this can rise to €300, especially near Temple Street during GAA matches.
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