National Schemes in County Kerry

Medical Card – Provides free access to GP, hospital care, mental health services, pregnancy services, disability services, and services for older people.

GP Visit Card – Allows individuals to see their GP for free, but they must pay for medication. Available for those aged 8 to 69 and means-tested.

Under 8s GP Visit Card – All children under the age of 8 are eligible for a GP visit card, which is not means-tested.

Over 70s GP Visit Card – All individuals aged 70 and over qualify for a GP visit card regardless of means.

Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) – Ensures that individuals and families do not pay more than €80 a month for approved prescribed drugs and medicines.

Health Screening Programmes – Offers various screening programmes including breast, cervical, and bowel screening, as well as diabetic retinopathy screening.

 Bereavement Supports and Services – Provides practical advice and support for those who have lost someone close.

Health Services in County Kerry

HSE Health Atlas – Provides an analytical and display platform for a range of health-related datasets.

Kerry Health Centres – Offers a range of health and personal social services.

Kerry Mental Health Services – Provides support around mental health through counselling and community services.

Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) – Offers mental health services for children and adolescents.

Local Health Office Kerry – Provides a wide range of health and personal social services.

Hospitals in County Kerry

University Hospital Kerry
A large acute hospital providing comprehensive healthcare services.
Address: University Hospital, Tralee, V92 NX94
Phone: (066) 718 4000
Website: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/3/hospitals/university-hospital-kerry/ 

Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee
A private hospital offering a range of medical and surgical services.
Address: 19 Strand Street, Tralee, V92 P663
Phone: (066) 716 4582
Website: https://www.bonsecours.ie/tralee

Emergency Services in County Kerry

Emergency Department at University Hospital Kerry
Provides 24/7 emergency care for all ages.
Address: University Hospital Kerry, Rathass, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Phone: (066) 748 4302

HSE Social Inclusion Services in County Kerry

Social Inclusion and Special Projects – Supports vulnerable and excluded groups, including addiction services and homelessness support.

HSE Primary Care Services in County Kerry

Kenmare Primary Care Centre
Provides a range of primary care services.
Address: Railway Road, Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Phone: 064 668 0270
Website: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/kerry/kenmare-primary-care-centre/

Listowel Primary Care Centre
Offers various primary care services.
Address: Convent Rd, Listowel, V31 VN25
Phone: 068 56 100
Website: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/kerry/listowel-primary-care-centre/

HSE Medical Card Services in County Kerry

Medical Card Services – Provides access to medical services, prescription medicines, and hospital care for free.

HSE Health Screening Services in County Kerry

Health Screening Programmes – Offers screening programmes including breast, cervical, and bowel screening, as well as diabetic retinopathy screening.

Enable Ireland Kerry Adult Services: – They provide day services and community outreach for adults (18-65 years) with physical and/or sensory disabilities. Their services include training, advocacy, personal assistance, therapy support, and more.

HSE Disability Services: – They offer a range of services including public health nursing, home help, personal assistance, psychological services, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, social work services, physiotherapy, daycare, and respite care.

Kerry Autism Services: – Located in Tralee, they provide services for children with autism from 0-18 years.

Adult Intellectual Disability & Autism Services: – These services are coordinated by the HSE and include support for adults with intellectual disabilities and autism.

National Disability Services Association: – This association represents a network of some of the largest national providers of disability services in Ireland, offering a wide range of community services including education, training, personal assistance, community day care, employment, residential, respite, and rehabilitation.

Irish Wheelchair Association: – They support people with physical disabilities to live active, equal, and independent lives. Their services include assisted living, community centres, disabled parking permits, and sports activities.

Irish Society for Autism: – Founded in 1963, this is the longest established dedicated organisation for people with autism in Ireland. They provide support, advocacy, and services to enhance the quality of life for autistic individuals.

Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind: – They provide guide dogs to people who are vision impaired and assistance dogs to families of children with autism. Their services also include independent living skills and community dog programs.

Vision Ireland: – Part of the NCBI Group, Vision Ireland supports people who are blind or vision impaired, offering a range of services to ensure they have access to the same opportunities, rights, and choices as anyone else in society.

Brothers of Charity Services: – They provide care and support for adults to enable them to live more independent lives and fulfil their potential. Their services include day services, supported living, and respite care.