National Dementia Strategy Implementation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 13 October 2015

Tuesday, 13 October 2015

Questions (266)

Eamonn Maloney

Question:

266. Deputy Eamonn Maloney asked the Minister for Health given that there are 4,000 persons under 65 years of age diagnosed with dementia, if he will outline the assessment and diagnostic and post diagnostic supports available for younger persons with dementia; how accessible these supports are; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35428/15]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service 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.