Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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253. To ask the Minister for Health if matters in relation to the case of a person (details supplied) will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47092/21]

Anne Rabbitte (Galway East, Fianna Fail)
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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.

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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254. To ask the Minister for Health if supports are available for business that provide a sensory experience for persons with disabilities and mental health issues [47106/21]

Anne Rabbitte (Galway East, Fianna Fail)
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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.

The Deputy has clarified that the question refers to funding for private businesses looking to provide sensory experiences for their customers with disabilities or mental health-related needs. I must inform the Deputy that there are no funding streams of this kind available through the Department of Health or Health Service Executive (HSE).