Pat Carey
Ceist:415 Mr. Carey asked the Minister for Health and Children the grants available to assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 15 to obtain a motorised wheelchair; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30736/03]
Vol. 577 No. 3
415 Mr. Carey asked the Minister for Health and Children the grants available to assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 15 to obtain a motorised wheelchair; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30736/03]
The provision of aids and appliance, including wheelchairs, to people with physical and sensory disabilities is a matter for the relevant health board. Accordingly, the Deputy's question has been referred to the regional chief executive, Eastern Regional Health Authority, with a request that he examine the matter and reply directly to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.