HIQA has published two reports today into centres for people with disabilities in Donegal.
One was at Pine View, a designated centre for adults, while the other was at Riverwalk Respite House, which is a mixed centre.
Neither facility recorded a non-compliance.
A short-notice inspection was carried out at Pine View on Monday, February 23, and four residents were present.
The inspector’s report found that this was a residential service focused on residents’ care, support needs, and was person-centred, ensuring that residents enjoyed their time in the centre.
Residents were supported by a staff team who knew them very well and focused on their plans, activities, and goals during their time in the centre.
You can read the full report HERE.
An unannounced inspection was conducted at Riverwalk Respite House on Tuesday, March 3, with three residents present.
It was a follow-up inspection to one that took place on 4 November 2025, which found noncompliance in three regulations and substantial compliance in two.
This inspector’s report found improvements in the quality and safety of the respite service offered; however, ongoing work was required in relation to staffing, positive behaviour support, and overall governance and management of the service.
You can read the full report HERE.
HSE Statement re : Pine View
Media Statement
HIQA Inspection – Pine View – OSV-0008778
26th June 2026
Pine View designated centre is operated by the Health Service Executive (HSE) and provides residential support to four people with an intellectual disability in County Donegal. The centre comprises of a four-bedroom bungalow and is located in a rural area close to a town with many local amenities. The residents share communal areas which include the kitchen and dining area and two sitting rooms where residents can relax, watch television or listen to music. There is a separate utility room with laundry facilities. The residents have access to a garden via the utility door. Each resident has their own room all of which have en-suite facilities. The centre is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days per week with nurses and healthcare assistants. Transport is available at the centre to accommodate residents accessing community-based facilities and activities.
Pine View was inspected by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) on the 23rd of February 2026. This was a short notice announced inspection. Fourteen regulations were inspected, and all received a fully compliant judgement.
It was noted in the inspection report that “Overall, the inspector found that the provider was ensuring that effective systems were in place to promote and enhance the quality of care and support of residents living in Pine View”. The inspector also noted that the staff were very responsive, supportive and kind in their interaction. Residents were observed coming and going, and at all times were observed smiling and interacting well with staff.
HSE Disability Services in the Donegal Integrated Healthcare Area will continue to work to ensure that robust governance, quality and safety arrangements are in place within Pine View designated centre to ensure high quality services are provided to all residents.
