James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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As the question relates to service provision, I have referred that part of the question to the HSE for direct reply to the Deputy in relation to the particular circumstances relating to the individual concerned.

In accordance with the Health (Charges for In-Patient Services) Regulations 2005-2011, charges apply for in-patient services other than for acute hospital care and long-term residential care services supported under the Fair Deal Scheme (both of which are subject to separate charging regimes). Under these Regulations, the HSE must apply charges (subject to certain exemptions) to all those who receive in-patient services for longer than 30 days over a rolling 12 month period. Charges apply whether or not the person has full or limited eligibility. The level of the charges is based on income and cannot exceed 80% of the weekly non-contributory State pension. The Regulations currently provide for a maximum charge of €175 per week where in-patient care is provided in a setting with 24-hour nursing care or a maximum of €130 per week where in-patient care is provided in other settings. To take respite care specifically, charges apply from the day on which the patient has already received 30 days of in-patient services over the previous 12 month period.