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Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services Data (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service issue, this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Dementia Strategy Implementation (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The aim of the Irish National Dementia Strategy which was published in December 2014 is to improve dementia care so that people with dementia can live well for as long as possible, can have services and supports delivered in the best way possible, and can ultimately die with dignity. The Strategy emphasises that most people with dementia live in their own communities and can continue to live...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Applications (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Funding (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service issue, this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Review (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Home Accommodation Provision (24 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Care Packages Provision (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospitals Building Programme (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Capital Programme announced in January 2016 provides for the replacement and refurbishment of 90 public nursing homes across the country over the next five years including St Patrick's Hospital, Carrick-on-Shannon. Under this Programme it is proposed to deliver a new build 100 bed community nursing home by 2021. This will replace existing beds where the physical environment requires...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service Provision (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Eligibility (25 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Nursing Homes Support Scheme (NHSS) is a system of financial support for those in need of long-term nursing home care. Participants contribute to the cost of their care according to their income and assets while the State pays the balance of the cost. The Scheme aims to ensure that long-term nursing home care is accessible and affordable for everyone and that people are cared for in the...

Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (26 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: I move amendment No. 1:To delete all words after “That” and substitute the following:“Dáil Éireann resolves that the Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment) Bill 2016 be deemed to be read a second time on this day six months, to allow the Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People to consult with the public and other key stakeholders and to examine...

Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment) Bill 2016: Second Stage [Private Members] (26 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: I thank all the Deputies who have contributed to this debate, in particular Deputy O'Dea for bringing forward this Bill and not simply allowing for this debate to take place, but for helping to move things on as well. On Deputy Calleary's reference that I have a script, we all have our notes and everything else, but these are my words, sentiments and intentions. This is very much my...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services Provision (26 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The opening of Deer Lodge is a priority for me as Minister. Significant funding of €1.15 million was allocated by Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People Helen McEntee to the HSE Community Healthcare Organisation Kerry/Cork to allow for the opening of Deer Lodge Mental Health Unit. This funding announcement was made in December. Work is now underway on the recruitment of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Meals-on-Wheels Services (26 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Policy (31 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As Minister for Mental Health and Older People I am committed to ensuring that there is greater awareness and prevention of mental health problems for children and young people. 'A Vision for Change' advocated a holistic view of mental illness and an integrated multi-disciplinary approach to addressing the various factors that contribute to mental health problems, moving from traditional...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (31 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Commencement of Legislation (31 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015, which provides a modern statutory framework to support decision-making by adults with capacity difficulties, is the responsibility of the Department of Justice and Equality and commencement of that Act is largely a matter for that Department. The commencement of Part 8 of the Act, which provides a legislative framework for advance...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Reviews (31 Jan 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Health Research Board was commissioned by the Department of Health in 2016 to carry out an evidence review describing approaches to the regulation and financing of home care in comparable jurisdictions and assessing them in terms of their effectiveness. It will be used to inform the development of policy proposals for the regulation and financing of home care. The review will be...