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By Dan Danaher Exclusive THE HSE holds the key to unlocking the full potential of a unique €4.73 million elderly care complex in Kilmaley. A second development of 12 homes for independent living for senior citizens in Kilmaley, costing €2.26 million, will be unveiled during an open day this Sunday. These new houses bring to 24 the total number of housing units being provided adjacent to the existing €670,000 Kilmaley Daycare and Health Centre. The purpose-built, state-of-the art units include two bedrooms, kitchen/living room, store room, toilet and shower room. The first 12 houses were built at a cost of about €1.8 million. Developed by Kilmaley Voluntary Housing Association Ltd (KVHA) and funded by the Department of Environment, with a 5% local contribution, KVHA has devised an innovative cost-effective proposal that would transform the existing residential care from independent to assisted living. It has requested the HSE to provide €250,000 annually, to cover the cost of five new staff members, …
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