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Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Reports (29 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: As mentioned in the HSE reply to PQ No. 30737/16 of the 7 November, this report is currently in the process of being finalised by the HSE. Pending the outcome of this report I will consider what next steps should be taken then.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Community Care Provision (29 Nov 2016)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Research Board Expenditure (29 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: The Health Research Board (HRB) is the lead agency in Ireland responsible for supporting and funding health research, information and evidence, with a mission to improve people’s health and to enhance healthcare delivery. Between 2011 and 2015 the HRB has made investments totalling almost €9.2 million in research focused on many aspects of dementia/Alzheimer’s. These...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Funding (29 Nov 2016)

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 Data (29 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: The Central Statistics Office has provided the following information on deaths attributable to dementia:- Year Male Female Total 2011 276 515 791 2012 535 978 1513 2013 573 1212 1785 2014 662 1282 1944 2015* 734 1425 2159 *Note 2015 is provisional data only and is subject to revision. Source Vital Statistics CSO.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (29 Nov 2016)

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 Expenditure (29 Nov 2016)

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...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Home Accommodation Provision (29 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: A contract has yet to be awarded in respect of this project.I have no further information at this time.

Seanad: Mental Health Services Funding: Statements (24 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: We will stay for as long as we can. I very much welcome the opportunity to debate this extremely important issue. I take this time to offer my sympathies to families who have been affected by suicide, and particularly recently in Cork. The most important thing is to work together with organisations, communities, schools and those particularly affected in order to work through it. I...

Seanad: Mental Health Services Funding: Statements (24 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: There is a vote in the Dáil. Perhaps the House could wait until I get back.

Seanad: Mental Health Services Funding: Statements (24 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: I have to go now. I would like to address the issues.

Seanad: Mental Health Services Funding: Statements (24 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: I will have to be really quick as I have to go. We have been accused of allocating money but not spending it, or allocating it for a year ahead but not planning for the following years. There is a very firm commitment from this Government, however, that we will implement A Vision for Change. The figure of €35 million, or €37.5 million each year, has been put out there and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (24 Nov 2016)

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 (24 Nov 2016)

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 Help Service Data (24 Nov 2016)

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 Data (23 Nov 2016)

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: HSE Expenditure (23 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: As this matter falls within the remit of the Health Service Executive, it has been referred to the Executive for consideration and direct reply.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Human Rights Investigations (22 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: I am sure both Senators would prefer if the Minister was here, but I am addressing this matter on his behalf. I will try to do it justice. As we all know, the decade following the Iranian revolution in 1979 was a turbulent and violent period, characterised by both external threats and the severe and intolerant stance of the new Iranian leadership. Throughout this period, many members of...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Human Rights Investigations (22 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: I will finish where I started. The execution of a large number of prisoners in Iran in 1988 was a shocking event, including the number of people killed, the apparent deliberate nature and planning of the action and a process which was a front for the unchecked abuse of state power over individuals already in custody. Notwithstanding the atmosphere of domestic terrorism and external...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Respite Care Services Provision (22 Nov 2016)

Helen McEntee: I thank the Senator for raising the issue again. She is very passionate about it and she is working on it. I will read the response and we can discuss it afterwards. Holy Angels Day Care Centre is a disability agency providing services, including a preschool service for children with disabilities, in Carlow. The facility is funded on an annual basis by the HSE under section 39 of the...