Lianne Lodge

The Rainbow Boxes Foundation provides essential items for patients who have been admitted to hospital, often at short notice, who are unable to have visitors owing to current restrictions caused by the virus, meaning that they are unable to get toiletries, clothing and other essentials that make a stay in hospital more comfortable.

The initiative was established after NHS research nurse, Alison Williams witnessed the distressing effects of isolation from family members following hospital admission.

Ms Williams began a social campaign asking for donations of essential items such as pyjamas and toiletries and was overwhelmed by the response, including support offered by RBS and Semi-Chem. The boxes have provided practical items for patients but importantly, a degree of comfort to patients and their families. 

Lianne Lodge, partner and head of charities, said: “We are delighted that, alongside OSCR, we were able to establish The Rainbow Boxes Foundation as a charity so quickly. In these troubling times, it’s great to see such a great idea come to fruition.”

More details about the foundation can we found here.