A prominent West Clare nursing home has been brought back from the brink of closure following a two-million euro investment from the HSE.
It’s understood the voluntary board of St.Senan’s in Kilrush had considered issuing a closure notice to HIQA due to difficulties meeting regulatory standards.
The centre with capacity for 43 residents will now begin immediate fire and electrical safety works, as well as formulating a long-term plan.
Clare Fianna Fáil Senator, Timmy Dooley says the funding will ensure the care needs of all future residents can be met.
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Statement from the Board at St Senan’s Nursing Home
The Board of St Senan’s Nursing Home in Kilrush are pleased to confirm significant Government investment via the HSE in the Nursing Home. This will enable works to be undertaken to bring the facility up to the required HIQA regulatory standards.
This additional HSE investment allows us to improve our building and to continue to deliver high quality care to our valued residents. In partnership, HSE Estates and St. Senan’s will begin the immediate works to ensure fire and electrical safety, as well as working towards a long-term plan for the future of the centre.
The Board of St. Senan’s wish to gratefully acknowledge Government and HSE support for this investment.
The Board at St Senan’s said: “This is excellent news for St Senan’s and the west Clare community we look forward to working with the HSE and thank them for their support. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Government, our local representatives and Nursing Homes Ireland for their ongoing support and commitment to St Senan’s”
