Sinn Fein TD Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin has criticised CAHMS for the numbers on waiting lists in County Wicklow and County Wexford.
Responding to Deputy Ó Súilleabháins parliamentary question to confirm the number of children awaiting vital services, the HSE’s response caused deep frustration and disappointment in the service.
There are currently 1,400 children in Wexford and Wicklow waiting to be seen by CAHMS.
Deputy O ‘Súilleabháin expressed his frustration;
“It frustrates me beyond measure to see that some of these children are waiting up to 52 weeks for an appointment. Not only for the children - for their families too. Parents have come to me desperate for help and support, reaching breaking point.
No parent should face this level of stress and mismanagement to care for their child; no child should be made to feel forgotten.”
“We need immediate reform, and I am hopeful that the HSE’s regional plans will tackle this unacceptable waiting list for those affected. We need to provide sustainable solutions so that no child or parent must suffer because of CAHMS staffing issues or inadequacies.”
“The allocation for CAHMS in this region for 2025 is €3 million; it’s time for action and care for our children.”
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