David Cullinane
Question:1150. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of recruiting an additional 40 dementia advisers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21465/20]
View answerTuesday, 8 September 2020
Questions (1150)
Written answers
A key commitment in the Programme for Government is the implementation of the National Dementia Care Strategy, which aims to improve how we provide care for people living with dementia. In line with the Programme for Government, an additional 10 dementia advisors will be recruited this year through the Sláintecare Enhanced Community Fund. The advisors will be recruited through an agreement between the HSE and the Alzheimer Society of Ireland and will enable a level of service to be provided throughout the country.
The current full year cost of a dementia advisor post is €64,706, including pay and non-pay costs. The cost for 40 further posts would therefore be an additional €2,588,240 per annum. Additional equipment costs in the region of €1500 per advisor would also be required in year 1.