A damages claim brought by a profoundly deaf woman with physical disabilities against a decision of the HSE to put in her a nursing home is to go to mediation the High Court has heard. Represented by Felix McEnroy SC Jennifer claims that despite being of full capacity she has been wrongly designated and assessed by the HSE as having an intellectual disability. She also claims the HSE has disregarded independent medical evidence and social worker's opinions and concerns about her health. In her action, Jennifer claims that the services currently provided to her do not meet her needs and the HSE had placed her in an environment which has caused her to deteriorate significantly. In her action against the HSE, Jennifer seeks various orders, including an order for damages, and declarations.

Source: Irish Examiner February 07, 2020 15:11 UTC