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HSE National Guideline

HSE National Guideline Implementation of RSSMAC (Residential Support Service, Maintenance and Accommodation Contributions)


Topic: Implementation of rssmac (residential support service, maintenance and accommodation contributions)
Document Owner: National RSSMAC Officer, Adult Disabilities, Access and Integration
National Group: National RSSMAC Unit, Adult Disabilities, Access and Integration
Effective From: 25 May 2026
This is a National Guideline to support staff in the HSE and Section 38 providers to administer the RSSMAC legislation.

The purpose of the guideline is to set out in detail how to assess and administer the RSSMAC for individuals accessing long stay facilities, with rates based on the current applicable Statutory Instrument.