Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 July 2019
1533. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Health if an organisation (details supplied) that will have 39 school leavers graduating to adult services in September 2019 will be given extra funding for the provision of adult respite services for persons who will require same in view of the fact that no such funding has been provided to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33292/19]
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 service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
