About us

We are Llais, the independent statutory body that gives people in Wales a stronger voice in health and social care.

Who we are and what we do

We believe in a healthier Wales where people get the health and social care services they need in a way that works best for them.

We listen to people's experiences, both good and bad, to understand what is working well and where services could be improved, locally, regionally and nationally. We use what people tell us to influence decisions about health and social care across Wales and help decision-makers understand what matters most to people. We work especially hard to hear from people whose voices are not always heard.

As an independent statutory body, we have a legal role in representing the views and experiences of people who use health and social care services across Wales.

We have around 100 staff and a growing network of volunteers working in communities across Wales. Together, we help ensure people's voices are heard by those responsible for planning and delivering health and social care services in Wales.

We work with Welsh Government, NHS organisations, local authorities and social care providers to help shape services and drive improvements based on what people tell us.

How we can help

If you have concerns about your health or social care, we're here to listen and help you understand your options.

We can:

  • provide complaints advocacy support
  • help you raise concerns about services
  • explain the support available to you
  • signpost you to other organisations where appropriate

If something has gone wrong with your care, you do not have to deal with it alone.

Learn more about Llais

Find out more about how we represent people's voices in health and social care.

Making a difference

Everything we do starts with what people tell us.

By sharing your story and what you think, you can help us identify issues, influence decision-makers and support improvements to health and social care services across Wales. 

Our Board

Our Board sets our strategy, and provides scrutiny, oversight and governance across all our work.

Find out what’s happening in your area

Find advice, support, events and more in your area

  • Cardiff & The Vale

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Cardiff, The Vale of Glamorgan

  • Cwm Taf Morgannwg

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Bridgend, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil

  • Gwent

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Newport, Caerphilly, Torfaen, Monmouthshire, Blaenau Gwent

  • Neath Port Talbot and Swansea

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Swansea, Neath Port Talbot

  • North Wales

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham

  • Powys

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Powys

  • West Wales

    Covering health and social care services for people living in the following areas: Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire