Over 12,700 Irish children with disabilities wait over six months for crucial assessments, a growing backlog.

Over 12,700 children with disabilities are waiting over six months for necessary assessments in Ireland, a 16% increase since June. These assessments, crucial for accessing services like occupational therapy, should be completed within six months under the Disability Act, but many children are waiting years. Despite government funding, the backlog continues to grow, potentially leading to regression in some cases.

November 21, 2024
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