Published: March 24, 2026

Last updated: April 16, 2026 

Planning is underway to transition CommUnityCare services to Central Health Hancock, a new health care campus in Central Austin that will expand access to care for the community. 

Services will begin rolling out in phases as construction progresses and spaces become operational. Patients and community partners can expect updates as services prepare to move.

This page will serve as a central place to share the latest information throughout the transition. 

Phased Rollout of Services  

Phase 1 of relocation for CommUnityCare services includes: 

• David Powell Clinic will begin services on April 24, 2026, at 10 a.m.
• Pharmacy and lab services will begin operations on April 24, 2026, at 10 a.m.
• Convenient Care services, currently operating out of the Central Health Capital Plaza Specialty Clinic, will relocate by mid-May 2026. Opening date, coming soon. 

Update on David Powell Health Center Lab Services 

Patients should be aware of a change to laboratory services at the current David Powell Health Center. 

Quest Diagnostics’ last day of patient care at David Powell Health Center is April 13, 2026. Beginning April 14, patients will need to visit another Quest Diagnostics location for lab services. Patients who need further assistance identifying the best location for lab services can speak with their care team. 

CommUnityCare recommends the following nearby Quest Diagnostics locations: 

• Capital Plaza Specialty Clinic  
• Carousel Pediatrics: North Lamar 
• Care Connections Clinic 

For more Quest Diagnostics locations, visit HERE.  

About Central Health Hancock 

The Central Health Hancock site transforms the former flagship Sears building at Hancock Center into a nearly 200,000-square-foot health care campus designed to support specialty care, clinical services, and administrative operations. 

Construction on the project began in Fall 2024 and represents a significant investment in strengthening the health care safety net for Travis County residents. Once complete, the campus will expand access to care, support better coordination across services, and help reduce wait times for patients who rely on the safety-net system. 

More than just a new building, the Central Health Hancock site reflects a continued commitment to building a healthier and more equitable future for the community, creating a space designed to meet the growing needs of patients. Learn more about Hancock HERE.

Honoring the Legacy of the CommUnityCare David Powell Health Center  

For more than three decades, the David Powell Health Center has served as a cornerstone of HIV care in Central Texas. Founded in 1990 and named after HIV/AIDS advocate David Powell, the clinic has provided comprehensive medical care and support services to thousands of patients living with HIV. 

As the region grows and infrastructure projects, including the TXDOT I35 expansion, reshape the area surrounding the current clinic, the move to Hancock will allow the program to continue its legacy of care while expanding services in a modernized environment. Read more about the legacy of David Powell HERE. 

Staying Informed 

As construction continues and services begin transitioning to the Central Health Hancock site, additional updates will be shared with patients and the community.  Care will remain available at current locations until services officially transition. Phase 2 of services is anticipated to roll out in 2027. 

This page will continue to be updated as more services prepare to move to Hancock.