Fair Deal is the name given to the State’s Nursing Home Support Scheme which is
used in the financing of long-term care for most elderly people. It is a scheme of
financial support for people who need long-term nursing home care.

Please note applicants cannot avail of State funding for a nursing home place prior
to receiving approval of their Fair Deal application and it does not apply to
Convalescent or Respite Care in a nursing home.

Under the Fair Deal scheme, you will make a contribution towards the cost of your
care and the State will pay the balance. This applies whether the nursing home is
private, voluntary or public.

A significant benefit of the Fair Deal scheme is that it allows residents to choose
which nursing home they wish to stay in, once it is covered by the Fair Deal Scheme.

New Ross Community Hospital is a registered participant in the scheme.

1. The following website links set out more detailed information on the Fair Deal
   scheme:
   Nursing Home Support Scheme – Information Booklet - FOUND HERE
2. Nursing Home Ireland – Guide to nursing home charges for fair deal(NHSS) residents
3. HSE – Nursing Homes Support Scheme; FOUND HERE
4. Fair Deal Application Form - FOUND HERE

Please contact the Director of Nursing or Financial Accountant, if you have any
questions relating to New Ross Community Hospital and its participation in the Fair
Deal scheme.