Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 November 2023
8. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an overview of plans his Department has for Inis Ghile Centre in Parteen, County Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48823/23]
View answerInisgile has been identified as the base for two new Dual Diagnosis Team(s) in the Mid-West Region. In addition, it will also provide outreach accommodation for the CAMHS teams operating in the East Clare area.
The term “dual diagnosis” is used to describe a person who presents with a concurrent mental health disorder and a substance use disorder (SUD). The Model of Care for Dual Diagnosis was launched on 23 May 2023 by myself and my colleague Minister Hildegarde Naughton T.D.
The Dual Diagnosis Clinical Programme aims to develop high-quality, person-centred and integrated care pathway through a clinically-led approach to people who present with a mental health diagnosis and co-morbid addiction. The three main objectives of the programme are:
• Improved quality of care delivery to all those with a dual diagnosis
• Improved access to assessment and treatment
• Improved value for money and cost effectiveness.
Funding has also been secured for the establishment of a youth service in the mid west and space has been identified in Inisgile which will run alongside the Adult Dual Diagnosis.
This is a particularly welcome initiative as a number of young people attending CAMHS would often have addiction challenges and as they reach eighteen, will require onward referral to Adult Dual Diagnosis.
The HSE will provide outreach clinics for East Clare CAMHS in Inisgile Parteen, which will improve access to services for users from East Clare and will help to alleviate the pressure on space in Quinn Road.
