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Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: An application for domiciliary care allowance (DCA) was received from this lady on 7 February 2017. The application will be considered by a Deciding Officer and the decision notified as soon as possible. Applications are processed in date of receipt order, it can currently take 16 weeks to process an application for DCA. I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Eligibility (30 May 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 lady concerned on 8 September 2016. She was refused IP on the grounds that the contribution conditions for the scheme were not satisfied and...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Eligibility (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: The application for disability allowance (DA) from this lady was disallowed by a deciding officer (DO) who decided that she did not satisfy the medical conditions for the scheme. Notification of this decision issued on 9 March 2017. The person in question has lodged an appeal with the independent Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO). All the relevant papers requested by that Office...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: An application for domiciliary care allowance (DCA) was received from this lady on 8 March 2017. The application will be considered by a Deciding Officer and the decision notified as soon as possible. It can currently take approximately 16 weeks to process an application for DCA. I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Domiciliary Care Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: This lady made applications on 15 March 2017 and on 29 March 2017 for domiciliary care allowance (DCA) in respect of her two sons. The applications will be considered by a Deciding Officer and the decision notified as soon as possible. It can currently take approximately 16 weeks to process an application for DCA. I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Payments (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: The lady referred to has been awarded invalidity pension with effect from 6 April 2017. Her first payment and arrears due from 6 April 2017 to 31 May 2017 will issue to her nominated bank account on 1 June 2017. The lady in question was notified of this decision on 23 May 2017. I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: I confirm that my Department received an application for disability allowance from this lady on 30 March 2017. On completion of the necessary investigations on all aspects of the claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The processing time for individual disability allowance claims may vary in accordance with their relative complexity...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: I confirm that my Department received an application for disability allowance from this lady on 12 April 2017. On completion of the necessary investigations on all aspects of the claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The processing time for individual disability allowance claims may vary in accordance with their relative complexity...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: This man has been awarded disability allowance with effect from 1 February 2017. The first payment was made by his chosen payment method on 10 May 2017. Arrears of payment due issued on 17 May 2017. I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: This gentleman submitted an application for disability allowance on 8 February 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 25 April 2017 and of his rights of review and appeal. No request for review or appeal was received. If the person in question believes they may qualify,...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: This lady submitted an application for disability allowance on 27 January 2017. The application, based upon the evidence submitted, was refused as she failed to provide information regarding her income. On this basis my department were unable to determine her means. She was notified in writing of this decision on 16 May 2017 and of her rights of review and appeal. I trust this clarifies...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Applications (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: I confirm that my Department received an application for disability allowance from this gentleman on 27 March 2017. On completion of the necessary investigations on all aspects of the claim a decision will be made and the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome. The processing time for individual disability allowance claims may vary in accordance with their relative...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services Availability (30 May 2017)

Finian McGrath: I propose to take Questions Nos. 403 and 404 together. I am informed that the Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed that the nursing staff vacancies in Seaview Respite House are to be filled through the national recruitment process. The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services Provision (30 May 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 (30 May 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 (30 May 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 (30 May 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 (30 May 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 (30 May 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...