John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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935. To ask the Minister for Health if he has carried out an assessment of the number of special needs persons who will require supports from 18 to 25 years of age in County Meath in the context of their full-time care, respite, group education, independent living accommodation services and so on; his plans to provide funding in this area for the future; the services available now; his plans to support and develop the services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37331/17]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.

The question relating to group education is a matter for the Department of Education and Skills.

However, as the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.