Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 11 February 2010
124 Deputy Noel Ahern asked the Minister for Health and Children the locations available for long-term 24/7 care for young patients in a coma here; if, in regard to the case of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 11, who is occupying a full bed in hospital, assistance will be provided to find and pay for long-term suitable accommodation; and if flexibility will be shown in the fair deal scheme to provide same. [7427/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Nursing Homes Support Scheme is not limited to people over the age of 65. The first stage in the application process for the scheme is a Care Needs Assessment. This determines whether the applicant requires long-term nursing home care. Anyone who is deemed to require such care may apply to avail of the scheme. The details supplied by the Deputy's refer to a specific individual, therefore the query has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
