Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 April 2022
86. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will increase the maximum grant threshold for the housing aid for older people and the mobility aid for people with disabilities schemes in view of the significant increase in building costs over the past 12 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18692/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability Scheme facilitates older people and people with a disability to remain living independently in their own homes.
Housing for All commits to undertaking a review of the range of housing grants available to assist with meeting specific housing needs both for our ageing population and people with a disability. An initial element of this review has begun and is currently focused on the existing grant limits and income thresholds applicable to the grant schemes. The wider scope of the review, to be completed this year, is also under consideration and is being informed by ongoing engagement with external stakeholders including the Department of Health, the HSE, the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Disability Federation of Ireland.
