Dáil
‹ Questions on Promised Legislation Dementia advisors numbers
Summary
Deputy Butler asks whether the Government will expand the number of dementia advisors, saying current coverage is far below what is needed. The Tánaiste says budget decisions cannot be confirmed now but the issue will be considered.
The programme for Government states that we will encourage and support older people to live at home as long as possible with the correct wraparound supports. Every day in Ireland, 11 people are diagnosed with dementia. We currently have eight dementia advisors in the country who cover 13 counties. The optimum number for full coverage is 33. Are there any plans to increase this number? Will the Government give this due consideration in the budget?
