Care of the Elderly Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 October 2014

Wednesday, 8 October 2014

Ceisteanna (121)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Ceist:

121. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no community response team for care of the elderly in County Meath; his plans to create one; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38390/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

I understand the Deputy is referring to Community Intervention Teams. As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.