Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 October 2016
646. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if a decision has been made on an application by persons (details supplied) for a special needs assistant for preschool under the AIM program following assessment four weeks ago; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30538/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraAIM, which is a new programme of supports to enable children with a disability to access and fully participate in the free pre-school programme, is administered by Pobal on behalf of this Department. The degree of support provided will depend on the needs of the child in the context of the pre-school service.
My Department has made enquiries of Pobal in relation to your query and it is understood that the application in question is currently being appraised. Pobal has indicated that the outcome should be available within two weeks.
