Seán Kyne (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

A number of years ago, the issue seemed to be funding to get the hours. Now, it seems to be getting the staff to fulfil those hours. From talking to loved ones who are lucky enough to have hours and staff, staff are arriving in certain cases at 11.30 a.m. for the first call, which is too late for the personal care required by older people. A huge focus is needed on ensuring, however it is achieved, that more staff are recruited within the system to provide the important dignity and personal care, which is a requirement for our elderly, in their own homes.