Alan Kelly
Question:1874. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health if he will detail the discussions he has had with his officials and or the HSE regarding a home (details supplied) in 2022. [40953/22]
View answerTuesday, 26 July 2022
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I am aware of the depth of feeling associated with the Dean Maxwell Community Nursing Unit and the desire to keep it fully operational. As Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People, I am committed to redeveloping services for older people at Dean Maxwell CNU and providing services appropriate to the needs of the local community.
I wish to advise the Deputy that I met with the HSE and local public representatives on 24 March to discuss options for the future of Dean Maxwell Community Nursing Unit.
On 21 April, I invited public representatives and stakeholders to accompany me on a visit to the Care Bright dementia specific independent living centre in Bruff, Co Limerick, which is an example of a preferred option that may be appropriate for the Roscrea area.
The Taoiseach has also committed to meeting with representatives of Dean Maxwell CNU on 29 July to discuss the future of the facility. I will be attending this meeting, along with the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly T.D.
I am committed to exploring, in conjunction with the HSE and other stakeholders, all future viable options for Dean Maxwell that meet the demand for services in the short and longer term for the people in the Roscrea and are in line with the overall vision for our older population, while also being cognisant of the need for all CNUs to be fully compliant with Regulations made under the Health Act 2007 and in line with National Standards.