Carol Nolan (Offaly, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am aware of many issues with home help in my constituency. There are very few hours for elderly couples who are trying to take care of each other in Laois and Offaly. It has been an ongoing issue for a considerable time. Provision needs to be made in the upcoming budget. This situation has gone on for too long. We must ensure that our elderly people are taken care of and be cognisant of the fact that they are saving the State millions of euro by doing a great job as carers. What is happening is an insult to these people.

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