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Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Services for People with Disabilities (5 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Senator for raising this very important issue. I am well aware of his work and support for families of children and adults with disabilities in the Donegal area. I thank him for raising the issue of funding for the iCare autism support group and the Bluestack Special Needs Foundation. As Senators may be aware, iCare provides a range of activities for children and young adults...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Services for People with Disabilities (5 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank Senator Mac Lochlainn for his comments on disability. I appreciate the work of iCare, the members of which I have met. I was involved with representatives of the Bluestack foundation last year when an issue arose at the time of the intervention. I recognise the dedication, commitment and autism support services in Senator Mac Lochlainn's community. The HSE will continue to provide...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disabilities Assessments (6 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (6 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The lady referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from 06 December 2018. Payment will issue to her nominated bank account on 21 February 2019. Arrears due from 06 December 2018 to 20 February 2019 (less any overlapping social welfare payment) will issue as soon as possible. The lady in question was notified of this decision on 04 February 2019. I hope this clarifies the...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Eligibility (6 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA) is an allowance payable in respect of children with a severe disability, who require care and attention substantially in excess of that required by other children their age without their disability. It is payable on the basis that the child is receiving the additional care in their own home. As a result, DCA is not payable while the child is resident in a...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Quarterly Update on Health Issues: Discussion
Quarterly Update on Health Issues: Discussion (6 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I am very conscious of that which is one of the reasons we prioritised assessment of need along with a number of measures being taken in this year's negotiations on the HSE service plan. We accept the argument that waiting lists in Cork and Kerry are particularly high. There seems to be high number of young children with disabilities coming into the services. That is something we have put...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: General Practitioner Services (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank Deputy Dara Calleary for raising this important issue. I assure the Deputy that I always go back to my Tuam and Galway roots. I also assure the House that the Government is committed to enhancing primary care services, including general practice services. This is central to the Government objective of delivering a high-quality, integrated and cost-effective health service. Our...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: General Practitioner Services (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I did hear the GPs yesterday and I meet GPs regularly. I am aware of the genuine issues that the Deputy raises. I wish to reiterate the Government's commitment to ensure that patients throughout the country continue to have access to quality GP services. The Department of Health, together with the HSE and the Irish College of General Practitioners, are committed to working together to...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Deputy for raising this important issue. I am very well aware of the situation in University Hospital Limerick and have direct experience from a family point of view. I welcome the opportunity to update the House on the capital development projects at University Hospital Limerick, UHL. UHL is a model 4 Hospital and provides major surgery, cancer care treatment and emergency...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Hospital Accommodation Provision (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I take the Deputy's point. I have been told that this development will be a priority. UHL is an integral part of the University Limerick Hospitals group, providing health services and care to the people of Limerick and the mid-west. The hospital provides quality patient care delivered safely by skilled and valued staff through the best use of available resources. This has been achieved...

Report of Joint Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: Motion (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I will be speaking on this matter for the Minister of State, Deputy Catherine Byrne, who asked me to pass on her regrets that she is unable to be here today. On her behalf, I thank the House for this opportunity to discuss the report of the Joint Committee on Children and Youth Affairs on tackling childhood obesity and the important work that is going on in the Department of Health on this...

Report of Joint Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: Motion (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: On behalf of the Minister of State, Deputy Catherine Byrne, I thank Deputy Alan Farrell, the proposer of this motion, for his valuable contribution to the debate. I commend him on his work and leadership of the Oireachtas committee. A number of important points were raised. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan mentioned disadvantaged schools and food and diet issues, a lack of childhood activity and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I propose to take Questions Nos. 152 and 153 together. The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services Data (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I propose to take Questions Nos. 160 to 162, inclusive, together. The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service Provision (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Waiting Lists (7 Feb 2019)

Finian McGrath: I propose to take Questions Nos. 185 and 186 together. The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined...