Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 January 2017
210. Deputy Margaret Murphy O'Mahony asked the Minister for Health the number of State-owned residential homes for persons with disabilities by county, in tabular form; and the number of residents in each at the end of 2010, 2013 and 2016. [2197/17]
View answerThe Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
The particular issue raised by the Deputy is a service matter for the HSE. Accordingly I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
