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Monday, 11 September 2017

Department of Health

Respite Care Services Data

Photo of Gerry AdamsGerry Adams (Louth, Sinn Fein)
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1214. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for an initial assessment for respite services in County Louth; and the number of persons who have been waiting for three months, six months, 12 months and in excess of 12 months for this assessment. [38405/17]

Photo of Finian McGrathFinian 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 particular issue raised by the Deputy is a service matter for the HSE. Accordingly I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.

Photo of Gerry AdamsGerry Adams (Louth, Sinn Fein)
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1215. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for an initial assessment for respite services in County Louth under 18 years of age, 18 to 65 years of age and over 65 years of age. [38406/17]

Photo of Finian McGrathFinian 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 particular issue raised by the Deputy is a service matter for the HSE. Accordingly I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.

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