Carol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Alzheimer's Society of Ireland has highlighted the fact that there is a growing number of people with dementia. There are now 64,000 people, which is an increase from the previous figure of 54,000. The society also highlighted the need for more funding, urgent and adequate funding, to address the gaps in support services in communities. Many communities and families are without essential basic services. There are too many gaps in the services where people are forced into nursing homes, although they would prefer to live at home independently. Due to a lack of services, their options are limited. Will the Government commit to providing adequate and urgent funding to address the gaps that exist in the delivery of community services for people with dementia?

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