The Social Democrats have revealed alarming statistics showing that 14,221 children are currently waiting for assessments to determine their needs for additional support. Stand-in leader Cian O'Callaghan noted that 90% of these assessments are occurring outside legal requirements, prompting many parents to take legal action. This situation exacerbates delays, with the average wait now exceeding two years, and leads to increased costs for the HSE. The Taoiseach acknowledged staffing issues in therapy services, emphasizing the need for better integration between medical and educational supports to ensure timely assistance for vulnerable children.
The State is failing children and their families, creating huge stress and pressure. There are now 14,221 children waiting for essential assessments, highlighting critical service failures.
The average duration of the assessment period is now more than two years, with 90% of assessments occurring outside the legal requirements of the Disability Act.
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