The HSE says it is making every effort to resume full mental health services for older people in Co Donegal, which have been suspended for new referrals since September.
It says the curtailment of services is “of a temporary nature” due to a staffing shortage, but recruitment of a consultant will start early in 2016. Donegal GPs were told mental health services for older people were being temporarily closed in a letter sent on September 7th. The closure was caused by difficulties filling in for a member of staff on sick leave.
“Without urgent contingency planning, the Donegal Mental Health Service can no longer provide a consultant-led, safe service for the elderly population of Donegal,” consultant psychiatrist Dr CJ Haley said in the letter.
“Therefore, all referrals received by the Mental Health Service for Older People will be returned to sender. A liaison service to Letterkenny General Hospital can no longer be provided.” For the full article click here
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