Residents in mental heath facilities need 'meaningful therapies'

Cappahard Lodge: gaps in occupational therapeutic services, says watchdog. Picture: Brian Arthur

Mental health facilities must provide “meaningful” therapies to residents, the Mental Health Commission has warned after significant breaches were identified at HSE long-stay centres in Co Cork and Co Clare.

The mental health watchdog found gaps in occupational therapeutic services at the Owenacurra centre in Midleton, Cork, and in Cappahard Lodge in Ennis, Co Clare, following inspections in February and March, prior to Covid-19 public health restrictions.