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Caring for the elderly in their own homes isn’t just the right thing to do, it makes financial sense too

Caring for the elderly in their own homes isn...

posted on: 31/01/2017

We owe it to our older people not only to find the best way of supporting them in their old age, but to make sure that this support is delivered in the way that allows people the maximum dignity, comfort and security. That means that elderly and...

Older people to be empowered to stay in their home under FF legislation passed by Dáil – O’Dea

Older people to be empowered to stay in their...

posted on: 31/01/2017

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O’Dea has said that his bill, the Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment Bill) 2016 which was passed last week by the Dáil has the capacity to dramatically change, and improve for the...

FF will vigorously oppose any charge on the Free Travel Pass – O’Dea

FF will vigorously oppose any charge on the F...

posted on: 24/01/2017

– Free Travel is a core social protection benefit and must be protected - Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O’Dea has said that Fianna Fáil will oppose any attempt to apply an annual charge on the Free Travel...