The Minister for Disabilities has committed to make strong representations to the HSE on behalf of iCare and the Bluestacks Special Needs Foundation in a bid to secure additional funding.
At a meeting today with Minister Finian McGrath, Donegal Oireachtas members and the managers of both organisations, it was confirmed that core funding of €36,000 will be made available in 2020 for iCare and Bluestacks.
However, the HSE has said a decision on extra funding will be made in the coming weeks.
The body previously estimated that €150,000 in funding is needed for Bluestacks per annum and €100,000 for iCare.
Donegal Senator Padraig MacLochlainn says the Minister’s commitment is a significant step:
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