Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 October 2019
333. Deputy Anne Rabbitte asked the Minister for Health the number of adults with an intellectual disability in residential care in County Galway in each year from 2014 to date in 2019, in tabular form; the number of adults with an intellectual disability waiting for residential care in County Galway at present; the length of time they have been waiting by periods (details supplied) in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43195/19]
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 a service issue, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.
