Vulnerable people with mild intellectual disabilities are slipping between underfunded disability and mental health services, neither of which can fully support them. "There is a complete lack of residential services for people with mild intellectual disabilities at present. “When people with an intellectual disability are living in the community without family supports, they can be exploited, sexually and financially. But those with mild intellectual disabilities who experience mental health difficulties do not currently qualify for this support. “Some people residing in psychiatric wards or nursing-homes would flourish if they were living in an Intellectual Disability service, pursuing meaningful goals, attending courses, securing employment and forming relationships.

Source: Irish Examiner July 01, 2020 17:58 UTC