Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Thursday, 9 February 2023

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters

Raising Awareness of the Lived Experience of Congregated Settings: Discussion

Dr. Karen Foley:

Many individuals under 65 end up in nursing homes because the funding available from fair deal sends them in that direction. It is the easiest option. That is a significant issue. There is no other funding scheme as easily available to send them to and support them in a more appropriate setting.

Comments

No comments

Log in or join to post a public comment.