Midleton Community Hospital residents lack privacy while wait for new nursing home continues

Nursing Homes Ireland has warned of 'significant gaps' in supports pledged in the programme for government relating to the nursing home sector

Despite staff being 'committed to supporting residents’ needs at all times', Hiqa inspectors found the old Midleton Community Hospital building failed to meet its standards.

Residents of Midleton Community Hospital lack privacy and dignity, health watchdog Hiqa has warned, as the wait goes on for a new nursing home that was due to be complete in 2024.

Residents at the Cork nursing home said they are “sick of waiting” for a new building to be delivered, according to a report published on Monday.