Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Tuesday, 21 September 2021
Joint Committee On Health
Mental Health Services: HSE
Dr. Sinead O'Brien:
To be clear, there have been discussions with every individual about a number of options. In terms of the options placed, individuals have expressed an agreement to consider those options, so we are waiting to confirm when places become available. It is challenging to find accommodation for 19 individuals and we are pursuing that. I wish to confirm that.
With regard to the centre, it has been stated that the concern here is regarding the suitability of the premises. We did not intend to close the premises. In fact, we intended to renovate it. The issue here relates to the suitability of Owenacurra from a premises perspective. The care has been commended repeatedly here today.
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