Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 November 2014
193. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Health the total cost of nursing home provision in each year from 2011 to 2013; the amount of this which is funded by the State and the amount which is paid by residents based on 80% of their income; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42697/14]
View answerThe budget for the Nursing Homes Support Scheme for 2011, 2012 and 2013 is as follows:
|
Year |
€ |
|
2011 |
€1,011m |
|
2012 |
€994m |
|
2013 |
€974m |
As the HSE is responsible for the administration of the Scheme, the issue of resident contribution has been passed to the Executive for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, please contact my private office and they will follow up the matter with them.
