Finian McGrath
Question:63 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the position regarding housing schemes (details supplied). [7083/11]
View answerThursday, 7 April 2011
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The provision of special needs housing is mainly funded under the Capital Assistance Scheme for approved housing bodies. This scheme is specifically designed to meet the needs of older persons, homeless and people with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities. It is up to the bodies concerned, in conjunction with the relevant housing authorities, and in liaison with the Health Service Executive as necessary, to allocate properties to households with specific requirements, including in relation to psychiatric illness. Housing authorities may also, within their allocation policy, designate or provide specific units to meet special needs. Issues with relation to psychiatric patients are generally the responsibility of the Health Service Executive.