Question from Deputy Claire Kerrane - PQ 66152-25

To ask the Minister for Health if she is aware that many Section 39 organisations providing services to older people in communities are unable to cover their running costs with stagnant funding when running costs have increased, and are depending on donations and charity events to assist with covering costs; if she is aware of the pressure this puts on organisations, without which older people would not have these services and supports in their communities; and if she will make a statement on the matter.