FUNDING
IRELAND
Funding Support for Digital Care Homes (Ireland & UK)
Investing in digital tools like Navit may not need to come entirely from your own budget. Across Ireland and the UK, there are grants, supports, and advisory programmes that can help care providers adopt new technology.
This guide highlights the most relevant, realistic options — and how to get started.
1. Enterprise Ireland – Digital Supports
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Supports digital transformation projects for eligible businesses
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Typically covers up to ~50% of costs (varies by programme)
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Best suited to:
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Growth-focused organisations
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Businesses with commercial activity
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Important: Not all care homes will qualify (especially smaller or non-commercial ones).
Learn more:
Enterprise Ireland Digital Supports
2. Local Enterprise Office (LEO) – Grow Digital Voucher
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Designed for small businesses (typically under 50 employees)
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Covers:
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New digital tools/software
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Implementation + training
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Funding typically up to 50% of costs
Requirements:
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Must complete a Digital for Business assessment first
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Must not be an Enterprise Ireland client (in most cases)
Start here:
Find Your Local LEO
3. European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH)
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Free or subsidised expert support (not direct funding)
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Includes:
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Digital strategy advice
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“Test before you invest” trials
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Training and skills
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Good starting point if you're unsure what to invest in.
Explore hubs:
EDIH Network
4. Health Service Executive (HSE) & Department of Health
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National digital health strategy is in place
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Direct funding for private care homes is limited, but:
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Local HSE regions may offer pilot programmes or supports
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Digital readiness can improve positioning for future opportunities
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Recommended: Contact your local HSE office for current initiatives.
1. NHS England – Digitising Social Care
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Delivered via local Integrated Care Systems (ICS)
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Funding varies by region
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Typically supports:
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Care records
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Operational tools
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Some innovation projects
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Important:
Eligibility for marketing or engagement tools (like virtual tours) varies by area.
Find your ICS:
Contact Your ICS
2. Adult Social Care Technology Fund
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National programme supporting care technology adoption
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Runs in periodic funding rounds (not always open)
Best suited for:
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Larger providers
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Multi-site or pilot projects
Check availability:
Digitising Social Care
3. Northern Ireland – Digital Transformation Flexible Fund
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Grants typically £5,000–£20,000
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Covers up to 70% of project costs
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For small and micro businesses
Note: Funding is released in calls (windows) — must check if open.
Details:
DTFF Programme
4. Scotland, Wales & UK-wide Support
Scotland
Funding often delivered via Health & Social Care Partnerships
Wales
Business Wales offers advisory + funding guidance
UK-wide Innovation Funding
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Competitive innovation funding via:
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Innovate UK
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UK Research and Innovation
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Best suited for:
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Partnerships
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New product/service innovation
Explore opportunities:
Innovate UK Funding Finder
Where to Start (Simple Path)
If you’re unsure:
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Ireland: Contact your Local Enterprise Office
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England: Speak to your local ICS
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NI / Scotland / Wales: Start with regional support bodies
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Get a quote for your project early
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Apply when funding windows open
⚠️ Important Notes
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Not all funding covers every type of technology
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Many programmes are:
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Competitive
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Time-limited
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Eligibility varies significantly by:
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Size
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Structure
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Location
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Always confirm details with the official provider before applying.
🤝 Need Help?
We’re happy to help you:
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Identify the most realistic funding route
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Prepare the right information for applications
Enquiries: feargal.ohare@navithealthcare.com