Services for People with Disabilities

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 March 2019

Tuesday, 5 March 2019

Questions (320)

Catherine Martin

Question:

320. Deputy Catherine Martin asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) who applied for an assessment of needs in March 2017 has only received notice from the HSE in February 2018; his plans to improve the waiting lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10561/19]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

The 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 service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.