Ringsend home support services
Deputy Andrews warned that home support services in Ringsend were not being renewed and older people could be left without care. The Tánaiste said home care should be provided equally, funding had increased, and he would have the local issues looked into.
Home support services in many areas are not being renewed. Individuals are being told that from February, older residents and individuals being released from hospital will be left without care. Home support service providers in Ringsend have been told they cannot take on any new clients from February. Will the Tánaiste ensure the residents in Ringsend are not excluded from home support services?
Comment on this
The intention is that all parts of the country are treated equally when it comes to home care. I know that is not always the case, but it certainly should be. I am surprised to hear what Deputy Andrews has to say because the amount of funding put into home care was increased by 40% in the past couple of years and is being increased again in 2021. While some people may not need it anymore, those who do should continue to receive it. If the Deputy wishes to pass on any correspondence or issues regarding Ringsend or his constituency, I will make sure they are looked into and taken up with the Minister.