I have today expressed bitter disappointment at the decision by Pieta House to relocate their services in Tuam.
“Pieta is walking away from a facility that was purpose built, was discreet and offer a wonderful service to so many people who have mental health issues.
Pieta is more concerned about saving money, but their decision will affect the level of the service being provided at a time when the demand for mental health supports is growing.
I am also disappointed that the request for additional funding to the Department of Health by Pieta has fallen on deaf ears at a time when the Government coffers are awash with money.
It is also an insult to all the people who have put so much voluntary work into developing the centre on Bishop Street and the ongoing fundraising for Pieta over the last ten years.
I am calling on the Government to sort out this farce and ensure that the service remains on the purpose-built facility on Bishop Street by providing the necessary to allow the level of service to continue to be delivered for Tuam and the western region”.