Fiona Smith, who is currently supporting a client with telephone befriending. SUPPORT is available for isolated or lonely over 50s – through the Powys Befriending Service. Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO) says it has seen an increased demand for the service, which it runs to maintain social networks for the county’s older residents. And in a surprising twist, it has also managed to help younger generations as well. The welfare calls made to vulnerable residents by Powys County Council in the past 12 months have revealed that people of all ages have been feeling isolated or lonely. Those who have asked for more support have been referred to PAVO’s Powys Befriending Service, but it is only able to help those who are aged 50 or older.