Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent) | Oireachtas source

In the documentary "We Need to Talk about Dad" last week, RTE presenter Mr. Brendan Courtney detailed issues in caring for his father after he suffered a stroke. The Department of Health has indicated a consultation process has been launched with a view to establishing a new statutory home care scheme. Our nursing homes are full and packed to capacity. The fair deal scheme in place now should cover the costs for families that want to keep their loved ones at home. Is this something the Government will seriously consider? When will the consultation process begin and end? I thank the Taoiseach.

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