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Written Answers — Department of Health: Autism Support Services (26 Jul 2017)

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: Autism Support Services (26 Jul 2017)

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: Disability Services Provision (26 Jul 2017)

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: Disabilities Assessments (26 Jul 2017)

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 (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: As the Deputy will be aware, the level of funding available for the HSE is being/will be considered as part of the national estimates/budgetary process for 2018, which is currently underway. Following this process, the HSE will then prepare its National Service Plan for 2018. Pending agreement of the National Service Plan, I am not in a position to comment on service levels to be provided...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Payments (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA) is payable in respect of children who have a severe disability and have a resultant need for care and attention substantially in excess of other children their age. The payment is predicated on the child being resident at home. The legislative basis for the scheme is provided for in Chapter 8A of the Social Welfare Consolidation Act, 2005 (as inserted by...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Data (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Department is currently experiencing delays in the processing of Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA) claims. We are extremely sorry for any worry or concern this may cause to parents/guardians of children with additional care needs. At present it is taking 20 weeks on average to finalise an application. There are a number of factors that have contributed to the extended time required to...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: The Department is currently experiencing delays in the processing of Domiciliary Care Allowance (DCA) claims. We are extremely sorry for any worry or concern this may cause to parents/guardians of children with additional care needs. At present it is taking 20 weeks on average to finalise an application. Applications are processed in date of receipt order. There are a number of factors...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Reviews (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: Invalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions. The gentleman referred to was refused IP on the grounds that he is working a farm of land. He was notified on 30 June 2017 of this decision, the reasons for it and of his right of review and...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Disability Allowance Appeals (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: Disability allowance (DA) is a means tested scheme and the way means are assessed is laid down in social welfare legislation. In summary, any income, with some exceptions, belonging to the person and his or her spouse/partner or co-habitant is assessable as means for disability allowance purposes. It is the nature of means tested schemes that there is no entitlement to a payment once means...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: This lady submitted an application for disability allowance on 30 March 2017. The application, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused on medical grounds and the person in question was notified in writing of this decision on 12 July 2017 and of her rights of review and appeal. No appeal/review has been received to date. I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: I confirm that an application from the person concerned for disability allowance (DA) was received by my department on 12 April 2017. The application has been referred to a Social Welfare Inspector (SWI) for a report on the person’s means and circumstances. The SWI expects to interview this lady shortly. Once the SWI has submitted his/her report to DA section, a decision will be...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: I can confirm my department received notification that this gentleman had completed his course on 7 July 2017. Disability allowance payment was reinstated with effect from 19 July 2017. Notification of this decision issued on 7 July 2017. I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: Invalidity pension (IP) is a payment for people who are permanently incapable of work because of illness or incapacity and who satisfy the pay related social insurance (PRSI) contribution conditions. The department received a claim for IP for the gentleman concerned on the 16 June 2017. A Deciding Officer of the department wrote to him on the 20 July 2017 requesting further information...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Applications (26 Jul 2017)

Finian McGrath: The gentleman referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from the 25 May 2017. Payment will issue to his nominated bank account on the 03 August 2017. Any arrears due from 25 May 2017 to 02 August 2017 (less any overlapping social welfare payment and/or outstanding overpayment) will issue in due course. The gentleman in question was notified of this decision on the 17 July...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Disability Support Services (11 Sep 2017)

Finian McGrath: Section 26 of the Disability Act 2005 seeks to ensure the provision of mainstream public services in a way that is accessible to persons with disabilities. This section requires public bodies to ensure that service provision for people with disabilities is integrated with services for other citizens, where this is practicable and appropriate. Public bodies are required to give assistance to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Occupational Therapy (11 Sep 2017)

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 Availability (11 Sep 2017)

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 Provision (11 Sep 2017)

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 Care Packages Provision (11 Sep 2017)

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...