Nursing Homes
Dail Éireann — 2026-01-22
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Kieran O'Donnell (FG), Limerick City

I very much appreciate and welcome the Deputy's kind comments on what will be the new state-of-the-art building for residents.
To put it in context, phase 1 of the St. Vincent's development is substantially completed, with the new unit currently being equipped. The HSE is committed to further development on the St. Vincent's campus. A scoping exercise is under way in conjunction with a local needs assessment to determine the future requirements for the people of Laois and Offaly. Areas for consideration include step-down beds, short-stay and long-stay beds, rehab beds, dementia-specific beds and respite beds. I will bring back to the HSE the particular points Deputy Stanley makes. Further developments will take place on the campus but phase 1 is virtually complete.

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Sitting date: 2026-01-22