Services for People with Disabilities

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 October 2016

Tuesday, 18 October 2016

Ceisteanna (468)

Bobby Aylward

Ceist:

468. Deputy Bobby Aylward asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify his Department's policy to address the exorbitant waiting list times for full-time residential placement through HSE disability services in Waterford community services in view of the fact that a person (details supplied) has been on the waiting list for approximately nine years having applied for full-time residential placement in 2007 and was subsequently placed on the residential care waiting list for full-time residential placement in 2007; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30557/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.

As the Deputy's question relates to service matter, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.