Disability Services
Seanad Éireann — 2026-02-12
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Robbie Gallagher (FF), Labour Panel

I thank the Minister of State for that comprehensive response from the Minister, Deputy Foley. I very much welcome the commitment within that statement that funding has been ring-fenced, if I can use that word, to keep Rainbow Lodge operational until such time as a new facility is in operation. As I said earlier, there was some concern that perhaps that was not the case. This will go a long way to alleviating concerns that parents had voiced to me.
On the development of adult respite services, mention was given to Cavan in the reply and I very much welcome the work that is ongoing there. There is also a need for the development of an additional adult respite service in County Monaghan. I will continue to voice that as well.
On the adult day services, I understand through the HSE that works are ongoing to explore and identify a site within Monaghan town. I am glad to report that a site has been identified. We look forward to that progressing to a new facility there.
This is good news. It is very much welcomed and I know many families will welcome it. We will all work together to ensure that the best possible services are available to our children and our adults with those special needs.

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Sitting date: 2026-02-12