MSs Visit Bro Preseli to Hear Residents’ Experiences First-Hand

Caredig was delighted to welcome Rt Hon Elin Jones MS, Kerry Ferguson MS and Anna Nicholl MS to Bro Preseli Extra Care on Friday, providing an opportunity to hear directly from residents and colleagues about the impact of supported housing and extra care services.

During the visit, residents shared their experiences of living at Bro Preseli and spoke about what helps them feel safe, supported and connected within their community. Their stories highlighted the importance of quality housing and support services in enabling people to live independently while maintaining strong social connections.

The visit also gave Caredig colleagues the opportunity to discuss both the challenges and opportunities facing the housing sector. Conversations focused on the benefits that can be achieved through closer collaboration between housing, health and social care services, ensuring people receive the right support at the right time.

As a proud supporter of the Homes Matter Campaign, led by Community Housing Cymru and Cymorth Cymru, Caredig also welcomed discussions around the importance of continued investment in the Housing Support Grant.

This vital funding plays a crucial role in preventing homelessness, helping vulnerable people live safely and independently, and reducing pressure on statutory health and social care services. Continued investment in housing support services is essential to meeting growing demand and improving outcomes for individuals and communities across Wales.

Visits such as these are invaluable in connecting policy decisions with the real-life experiences of residents and frontline services. By hearing directly from those who benefit from housing support, policymakers gain a deeper understanding of the positive difference that safe, affordable housing and person-centred support can make.

Caredig would like to thank Rt Hon Elin Jones MS, Kerry Ferguson MS and Anna Nicholl MS for taking the time to visit Bro Preseli, listen to residents and colleagues, and engage in open and constructive discussions about the future of housing, health and social care in Wales.