PAVO's Powys Befriending Service supports people over the age of 50 living in Powys, to help maintain their independence, build confidence, develop their social network and reconnect with activities in the community or with a friendly cuppa and chat in their own home.
Clients may need support as a result of illness, disability, bereavement, retirement, having moved to the area or not having a social network to support them.
Befrienders visit people in their own homes or in the community to provide companionship and support for a maximum of 12 months. They will help to promote personal choice, aim to increase self- respect, support existing personal skills and the development of new opportunities.
We have skilled, trained Volunteers who can provide face to face befriending, regular phone calls, letter / email correspondence as well as supporting you to access a wide range of online groups and local social opportunities.
CRITERIA: Aged over 50 - Live in Powys - Lonely - At risk of losing independence - Isolated - Must have capacity to understand the befriending offer, give consent to a referral and be able to engage in a meaningful conversation with a volunteer.
A friendly weekly chat with one of our trained volunteers.
Exchanging written letters to maintain contact and help reduce loneliness and isolation
A fun monthly meet up online for a chat and a coffee.
Online needlecraft group - sewing, knitting, crochet etc plus lots of friendly chat
Online group - Bring your own lunch and join us online for a friendly chat
A weekly Coffee & Chat group bringing together lonely and socially isolated older people for company and friendship.
We meet at the Herb Garden Cafe on Wednesday from 10.00-11.30am.
A monthly online craft group on the 4th Thursday of the month 11am - 12pm.
A monthly online Men's chat group on the 3rd Thursday of the month 12.30-1.30pm.
Face to face support for individuals in their own home or in the community
Support to attend activities or hobby/interest groups in your community to reduce social isolation and loneliness
Befriending support via email or video call. Help and advice on getting online to access our digital programme of social activities.
