Welcome to Nursing Homes Ireland

Nursing Homes Ireland is the national representative body for the private and voluntary nursing home sector.

There are over 440 such nursing homes in Ireland providing care to over 27,000 people.

Our mission is to actively support and represent our members, enabling them to provide sustainable, high-quality care to their residents.

A smiling healthcare professional in a white uniform engages in conversation with an elderly woman enjoying a cup of tea while sitting in a comfortable chair. The setting is bright and welcoming, with green plants in the background. The Nursing Homes Ireland (NHI) and HOMES logos are displayed on the image, representing care and support for nursing home residents.

 

Read more about how our HOMES Strategy is guiding our efforts to support our Members

The Irish Nursing Home Sector:

  • At the heart of Nursing Homes Ireland’s 2024 – 2026 HOMES Strategy is a Care-First approach at the amplifying the voice of residents in homes and championing care philosophies and responding to evolving needs.
  • Under the Fair Deal Scheme, HSE nursing homes are paid 60% more (on average) than private and voluntary nursing homes.
  • The funding model for the Fair Deal Scheme hasn’t changed since it was introduced in 2009.
    • Even if private & voluntary nursing homes received an increase of €270 per resident per week, HSE homes will still be getting €430 more per resident per week through the Fair Deal scheme.
  • Since 2017, over 70 nursing homes have been forced to close, with an alarming 1,800 beds lost with residents having to move from what is their home.

Our Values:

  • Empower: We empower members with up-to-date information and guidance.
  • Lead: We provide leadership for the sector.
  • Partner: We partner with all our key stakeholders to support the delivery of care.
  • Promote: We promote a positive image of the sector, and the key role nursing homes play in the provision of health care and social care.
  • Influence: We influence policy decisions, using up-to-date evidence and advocacy.

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