Nicky McFadden (Fine Gael)

I support the amendment. A multidisciplinary team is the only way to proceed. Each individual is different and, therefore, has different needs. This is especially the case for elderly men in rural areas, for example, who need support from a professional such as a social worker and this position has been argued by my colleague in the Dáil. I believe it is necessary to have a service from doctors, nurses and occupational therapists but the service should also involve social workers. No two people are the same and there should be a care package designed to suit every individual. There must be professionals such as social workers available to support the best possible care package for the individual.