Written answers

Thursday, 23 November 2017

Department of Health

Disability Services Data

Photo of Mary ButlerMary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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157. To ask the Minister for Health the number of children aged between six and 18 years of age with disabilities, including autism, waiting in the Waterford area for child psychology services for 12 months, 24 months and 36 months and longer, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49742/17]

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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