Free GP care now available to carers in Kildare following new government legislation

Carers in Kildare will be able to benefit from free GP care from this week onwards after it was confirmed that they will receive free GP visit cards.

Kildare TD Martin Heydon announced that the application process for the service is now open, and carers can register for their GP card online on mymedicalcard.ie, or you can contact Deputy Heydon's office on 045-487624 or [email protected] to get a paper registration form.

It allows those in receipt of full or half rate carer's allowance will be automatically eligible to visit GPs free of charge.

“This is a really important policy change which will benefit many carers in Kildare," stated Deputy Heydon.

“Fine Gael in Government is working to ensure that our economic recovery benefits those who need it most. Carers give invaluable service to this State and so it is really important to provide them with additional supports such as free GP care.

“We know that one of the difficulties for Carers is ensuring that their own health is looked after, both physical and mental health. This new free GP access will ensure Carers are supported in looking after their own health and well-being.”