Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 October 2012
634. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health if he will assist in resolving an ongoing issue (details supplied) regarding Valentia Island Community Hospital, County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43005/12]
View answerI understand that work on matters relating to the pricing of long term residential care services in section 39 nursing homes is at an advanced stage. The accounting firm has visited all nursing homes (which were funded under section 39 of the Health Act 2004 prior to the commencement of the Nursing Homes Support Scheme) and either information is awaited or reports are actively being prepared and are in the process of being reviewed for accuracy and completeness with the homes.
An advanced draft of the review of the nursing home referred to by the Deputy has recently been received by the NTPF and this is under consideration.
