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Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Act Review (1 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: The position of my Department, and the HSE, in relation to the question raised by the Deputy is broadly guided by the Mental Health Act, 2001, and also by reference to mental health as outlined in "A Vision for Change". There are many different definitions and descriptions surrounding concepts of mental health, which can reflect also different cultures or degrees of importance on different...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service Provision (1 Feb 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 (1 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: In January 2006, the Government adopted the Report of the Expert Group on Mental Health Policy 'A Vision for Change' as the basis for the future development of mental health services in Ireland. In March 2006, in line with the recommendation in 'A Vision for Change', the First Independent Monitoring Group was established for a three-year period to monitor progress on the implementation of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service Provision (1 Feb 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 (1 Feb 2017)

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

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Mental Health Services (1 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: I thank the Senator for raising this important issue. I agree that people who are suicidal or who have mental health problems should never be turned away, whether it is morning, noon or night. Improving access to mental health services is a key priority of the Minister. In many cases, mental health issues are ongoing and may require immediate treatment at any time, day or night....

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Mental Health Services (1 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: I wholeheartedly agree with the Senator. Nobody should ever be turned away, day or night. Whether the person has a substance abuse problem or whatever the issue is, the person should always receive that support. This year we will spend €853 million on the mental health services. A total of €15 million was allocated in this year's budget which will develop into €35...

Questions on Promised Legislation (2 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: We should have a finalised report on the review in the coming weeks. The review is looking at best practice - what has worked in Ireland and other countries. It will inform us moving forward in terms of the next step. That will be in the coming weeks.

Questions on Promised Legislation (2 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: In the coming weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services Provision (2 Feb 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 Data (2 Feb 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 Administration (2 Feb 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 Review (2 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Nursing Homes Support Scheme (NHSS) is a system of financial support for those assessed as needing long-term nursing home care. Participants contribute to the cost of their care according to their means while the State pays the balance of the cost. A care needs assessment is carried out to determine if a person requires long term care, followed by a financial assessment to determine how...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Policy (7 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015, which is the responsibility of the Department of Justice and Equality, provides for the establishment of the Decision Support Service within the Mental Health Commission to support decision-making by and for adults with capacity difficulties and to regulate individuals who are providing support to people with capacity difficulties. A Steering...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Applications (7 Feb 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 Services (7 Feb 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 Data (7 Feb 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 Administration (7 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: The Nursing Homes Support Scheme (NHSS) is a system of financial support for people who require long-term nursing home care. Participants contribute to the cost of their care according to their means while the State pays the balance of the cost. The NHSS covers the cost of the standard components of long-term residential care which are: - Nursing and personal care appropriate to the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Home Services (7 Feb 2017)

Helen McEntee: I propose to take Questions Nos. 384 and 386 together. The Health Information and Quality Authority is the independent authority established under the Health Act 2007 to drive continuous improvement and to monitor safety and quality in Ireland's health and personal social care services. Since 2009 all nursing homes - public, voluntary, and private have been registered and inspected by...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme Review (7 Feb 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...