Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 September 2018
308. Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Health the HSE supports offered to spinal injury patients who are seeking to move from a care setting into a home in the community in order to live independently; his views on whether discussions with the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government might advance this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38541/18]
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.
As the Deputy's question relates to a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
