Brendan Griffin (Kerry South, Fine Gael)
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154. To ask the Minister for Social Protection if persons (details supplied) in County Kerry are eligible for hearing aid grants, under the treatment benefit scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8726/15]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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The first named person is qualified based on his PRSI contribution record for treatment benefits, including benefits under the hearing aid scheme. His wife is also likely to qualify for a hearing aid grant as a dependent spouse, based on his social insurance record. They should both submit the relevant application forms to the treatment benefit section for approval if they wish to avail of the grant for hearing aid appliances. Application forms are available from hearing aid providers.