Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 February 2022
139. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Health his plans to expand the programmes run by an organisation (details supplied) to assist those living with neurological conditions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5263/22]
View answerThe Sláintecare Integration Fund supported Active Neuro - An integrated care approach to delivering health-promoting physical activity programmes for people with neurological conditions in the community. Active Neuro shifts the focus from rehabilitation for new onset or worsening of symptoms, to a health promoting physical activity model for prevention.
Following a successful evaluation, I am pleased to note that Active Neuro has transitioned from the Sláintecare Integration Fund and is now being mainstreamed in NSP 2022.
