Minister pledges more support for carers

Improvements for the country’s 33,000 full-time carers were announced today, with promises of more respite and grant increases.

Sun, 04 Jun, 2006 - 17:26

Improvements for the country’s 33,000 full-time carers were announced today, with promises of more respite and grant increases.

Pledging his determination to boost recognition of the valued role of carers, Minister for Social Affairs Seamus Brennan vowed to raise the annual Respite Care Grant from €1,000 to €1,200.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Dublin city centre incident Brave care worker who protected children should be recognised – McDonald
Stock house building Nama chief denies agency worsened housing crisis by selling land to speculators who failed to develop it
In the Hospital, Close-up Shot of the Doctor does Ultrasound / Sonogram Procedure to a Pregnant Woman. Obstetrician Moving Trans Maternity choice group calls for protection of private care
CourtsCarers’ disputePerson: Minister for Social AffairsPerson: Seamus BrennanPerson: Brennan
<p>Hiqa said on Thursday the programme showed "unacceptable care practices" in two nursing homes owned by Emeis Ireland. File picture</p>

Hiqa made garda referrals over Emeis nursing homes after abuse concerns

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited