AWAY from the fuss and upset about large charities cold-calling vulnerable people is a world of small organisations underpinning communities on a daily basis.

Halliwell Befriending Service is one of them, bringing friendship and a reason to get up in the morning to many lonely, isolated older people in Bolton.

Now, the charity itself needs more volunteers to keep its excellent service running.

Like scores of other charities and voluntary groups locally, it does a great job of caring for individuals, without much publicity and on minimal revenues.

It’s definitely worth supporting. Give them a ring on 01204 840808.