141. Deputy Michael McCarthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection the status of an application for a respite care grant by a person (details supplied) in County Cork; when a decision will be made; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42553/15]

The person concerned was awarded the 2014 and 2015 Respite Care Grants on 25 November 2015. Payment of €2,750 (€1,375 for each year) will be sent to her nominated bank account over the next few days.