Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 February 2022
820. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to address what the World Health Organization Global Report on Ageism states is evidence of ageism in the provision of long-term care of older persons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8104/22]
View answerIreland's National Positive Ageing Strategy (NPAS, 2013) is grounded in, and consistent with, the international developments in relation to ageing. The World Health Organisations 'Active Ageing – A Policy Framework (2002)' was the theoretical underpinning for this strategy. As a result, Ireland's strategy aligns in many areas with the World Health Organisations 'Global Report on Ageism' and the framework for action.
In 2022, the Department of Health will be establishing a Commission on Care. The work of the Commission on Care will include an assessment of NPAS to ensure it is addressing the diverse needs of todays older citizen. Ageism is one of the key pillars of NPAS and will be examined under the Commission on Care to ensure enough is being done to prevent and counter ageism in all care settings.
