Disability Federation of Ireland Personal Assistance Services Position Paper

Issued on October 15 2024

Disability Federation of Ireland Personal Assistance Services Position Paper

DFI has developed a position paper on Personal Assistance, PA, Services. PA services are a fundamental component of independent living, in line with Article 19 of the UN CRPD. To inform national discussion on PA provision in Ireland and its development, the paper sets out the history of PA services; evidence from available reports on current PA service provision; international models; current and emerging issues in PA service provision; key considerations and DFI recommended next steps for PA policy development into the future.

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DFI Personal Assistance Services Position Paper FINAL 14.10.2024

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