Respite Care Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020

Thursday, 30 July 2020

Questions (1180, 1181)

David Cullinane

Question:

1180. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of increasing funding for respite care by 10%. [19979/20]

David Cullinane

Question:

1181. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the position regarding waiting lists for respite care; the estimated cost to clear the backlog; the estimated cost of delivering required in the home hours; the number of hours required; the estimated cost of delivering required overnight care; the number of hours required; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19980/20]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

I propose to take Questions Nos. 1180 and 1181 together.

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.

As the Deputy's questions relate to service matters, I have arranged for the questions to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.