Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 November 2021
637. Deputy Pauline Tully asked the Minister for Health the number of new residential places that will be provided in 2022 excluding those who have a residential service already and are transferring to a better living situation; his plans to deal with the urgent needs of the 800 persons who are currently waiting for new residential places; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57361/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe government is committed to improving the lives of people with disabilities and their families through enhancing the quality of services and supports they receive.
The Programme for Government sets out an ambitious agenda for the provision of disability services. Budget 2022 will provide funding of €13m for increased residential placements on a planned basis as well as for more urgent care situations.
The 2022 HSE National Service Plan is being developed. The Plan will set out the type and volume of health and personal social services to be provided by the HSE in 2022, in line with priorities set out by the Minister for Health, and the longer-term transformation agenda for health and social care services in Ireland. The quantum of services to be provided by the HSE is being considered as part of the National Service Planning process. The Service Plan will be finalised in the coming weeks.
