Relatives of Owenacurra residents 'distraught' at claims 'appropriate safeguards' are in place at facility

Relatives said the impression they have is 'that key authorities are detaching themselves from their responsibilities'

The Owenacurra Centre in Midleton.  has six remaining residents. An inspection of the facility by MHC inspectors two weeks ago. Picture: Howard Crowdy

The families of the remaining residents of the Owenacurra mental health facility say they were left “distraught” over claims made by the Mental Health Commission regarding HSE moves to close the centre.

Owenacurra in Midleton, Cork, had been slated for closure in June 2021 — however, the facility has never actually shut its doors.