Watchdog still has concerns over disability care unit in Kildare

Health watchdog Hiqa yesterday highlighted concerns with centres in a campus for people with disabilities, and which was previously strongly criticised by the authority.

The findings are in 10 reports relating to St John of God Kildare Services, St Raphael’s Campus, published by the Health Information and Quality Authority. The campus contains seven designated centres providing residential services to 137 people with intellectual disabilities.

Previously, Hiqa was significantly concerned about the safety and quality of life for residents on the campus. It carried out a series of 10 planned inspections which found evidence of institutional practices, poor outcomes for residents, and areas of risk to residents.