I refer to page 82 of the programme for Government, which contains a commitment to work to make our older years better years and to provide home care packages. Page 63 of the programme for Government refers to access to end-of-life healthcare. Just this week, I have been dealing with two constituents who have been given blank refusals despite commitments that were made. One particular lady is 90 years of age. She worked her whole life and raised a family. She is at the end of her life in a hospital, which will not release her until supports are in place at home. Understandably, her family want to bring her home as opposed to a nursing home. Last week, a commitment was made that funding would be provided after two weeks and the family put emergency care in place. Thankfully, that lady is coming home today.

Go raibh maith agat.

This morning the family received a call to say there is no funding available. They cannot afford to put supports in place but they are happy to bring their mother home. This is putting them in financial penury. Something must be done to deal with this issue. When will deserving people receive the care they need?

It is hard for me to comment on the reasons for difficulties in an individual case.

I accept that but this is not the only one.

If Deputy O'Loughlin provides me with the details, I will convey them to the Minister.