Disability Support Services Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 November 2017

Wednesday, 15 November 2017

Ceisteanna (87, 91)

John Lahart

Ceist:

87. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health the characteristics of the medical condition known as fragile X syndrome; the supports available to parents of children born with this condition; the supports in place in terms of respite for parents of children born with this condition, which is a high-dependency disorder; the supports available to parents generally with high-dependency conditions or disorders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47984/17]

John Lahart

Ceist:

91. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Health the services available in the Dublin south west region from the HSE or other charitable organisations to support parents of children with fragile X syndrome who are in need of respite, additional occupational therapy and speech and language therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47985/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

I propose to take Questions Nos. 87 and 91 together.

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 questions relates to service matters, I have arranged for the questions to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.

Question No. 88 answered with Question No. 45.