Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 January 2005
275 Mr. Deasy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the cost involved in maintaining an elderly person in their own home as opposed to seeking a placement for them in a public hospital or a nursing home; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1616/05]
View answerThe cost involved in maintaining an older person at home or in a public hospital or in a nursing home depends on the type of medical needs, accommodation and health services required. The information requested cannot therefore be provided as each individual's circumstances will differ.
If the Deputy has a specific case in mind, details should be sent to the chief officer in the relevant Health Service Executive, HSE, area.
