Services for People with Disabilities

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 June 2018

Tuesday, 26 June 2018

Ceisteanna (369)

Pearse Doherty

Ceist:

369. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health the reason the family of a service user (details supplied) of a facility which provides accommodation for adults with intellectual disabilities in County Donegal has been advised that, due to upcoming service disruptions at the unit, they will likely be necessitated to source alternative accommodation arrangements during certain periods; the alternative accommodation services that will be made available to all service users of the facility should the service disruptions occur; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27717/18]

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 an individual case, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.

Questions Nos. 370 and 371 answered with Question No. 293.