Written answers
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
Department of Health
Hospital Accommodation
9:00 pm
Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent)
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Question 642: To ask the Minister for Health the number of patients currently occupying beds in acute hospitals who are under 65 years and who require nursing home care; the options available for those who cannot be cared for at home due to the level of dependence; the estimated cost of nursing home care for those in this category; the estimated cost of maintaining these patients in the acute system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25222/12]
James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
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