Powys Teaching Health Board is inviting local residents to a series of 13 community drop-in events as part of its Better Together programme, aimed at shaping the future of health services across the county.

The “Your Health Services” events run from Wednesday, November 26, in Brecon to Thursday, February 12, in Crickhowell, offering residents the chance to speak with members of the health board’s Engagement Team, learn more about the programme, and share their views.

Adrian Osborne, Deputy Director at Powys Teaching Health Board, said: “Better Together is our big conversation with the people of Powys to shape the future of the county’s health services. We know that health services are facing challenges right now. So, it is vital that we work with local communities to develop a plan that meets the health needs of Powys communities over the next 10 to 25 years and beyond.

“In recent years the county has experienced lots of changes. Communities are getting older – and, as we age, more people are living with multiple health conditions. The legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic still affects services, with rising demand for treatments and growing waiting lists. Increases in living costs affect the way we manage our own health and wellbeing. And changes in society mean that the proportion of people of working age is reducing. By working together we can develop solutions that work for Powys.”

Mr Osborne continued: “During 2025 the Better Together programme has focused on physical and mental health community services for adults, as well as the temporary changes to wards and Minor Injury Units. Looking ahead we will also focus on services for women and children, planned care, and diagnostic services. Our community events between November and February are your chance to find out more and have your say on the work so far, and on the future.”

Information will also be available on services including the free online SilverCloud mental health support, Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys, and Help Us Help You.

The 13 drop-in events are taking 3pm to 6pm at a series of venues across the county:

Wednesday, November 26 – Guildhall, Brecon

Friday, November 28 – Strand, Builth Wells

Tuesday, December 2 – Hafan Yr Afon, Newtown

Thursday, December 4 – Miners Welfare, Ystradgynlais

Tuesday, December 9 – Corn Exchange, Welshpool

Wednesday, December 10 – The Comm, Knighton

Tuesday, January 6 – Institute, Llanfair Caereinion

Thursday, January 8 – Y Plas, Machynlleth

Thursday, January 15 – Youth & Community Centre, Llanfyllin

Thursday, January 22 – Swan, Hay & Talgarth

Tuesday, January 27 – Community Centre, Llanidloes

Tuesday, February 3 – Pavillion, Llandrindod Wells

Thursday, February 12 – Clarence Hall, Crickhowell