Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Thursday, 17 November 2022
Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters
Disability, Mental Health and Ageing: Engagement with Minister of State at the Department of Health
Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source
That comes under the remit the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage and not mine. I take the Deputy's point, especially regarding older people. In my constituency in County Waterford, the social housing stock is where the challenge is. The budget is always tighter, whereas people who own their homes can avail of the budget more quickly in my experience in Waterford at least. I have spoken to the Minister, Deputy O'Brien, about it. What most people need is probably to take the bath out, a level-access shower or a wet room so they can access the bathroom, especially if they are wheelchair users. It is important; I have raised it with the Minister and will continue to do so.
No comments