Juliet O Foundation and UK Power Networks partner to help the elderly – endorsed by rapper Dave
Posted by: electime 9th February 2026
UK Power Networks is joining forces with the Juliet O Foundation to help elderly patients’ transition from London hospitals to home.
The electricity network operator is working with the Juliet O Foundation, which was set up by Juliet Omoregie, who worked in the NHS for over 30 years and is now dedicating her time to helping vulnerable individuals.
The partnership is backed by her son, David, more commonly known as “Dave,” a Brit and Mercury Prize-winning rapper, with three Number 1 albums.
1000 care packages will be distributed to elderly patients discharged from hospitals across London; including St George’s Hospital in Tooting, Croydon University Hospital and Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital.
Despite the efforts of hospitals and community services, vulnerability, isolation and limited access to essential resources often result in re-admission to hospital and more practical, immediate support is needed.
The care packages are designed to prevent re-admission by providing daily essentials that promote dignity, safety, and comfort during recovery. These include toiletries, hygiene wipes, non-slip socks, notepad and pen, comfort food and information booklets on how to keep warm whilst saving energy.
Dave, ambassador of the charity, said: “This partnership with UK Power Networks means a lot to us. It’s a powerful example of what can happen when organisations come together with purpose – to serve, uplift and stand beside those who need it most. We’re proud to be working together to bring real support to vulnerable individuals across our communities.”
Alex Williams, head of customer contact centre at UK Power Networks, said: “Each package contains essential items like toiletries, warm clothing, and comfort products, along with information and guidance about how to sign up to our Priority Services Register which offers free tailored help if they were to experience a power cut, and information packs on how they can access services to help with energy bills.
“By working with the foundation, we want to not only help people recover with dignity and comfort, but also raise awareness of vital support services, build trust, and extend our reach to those who need it most.”
UK Power Networks and the Juliet O Foundation debuted the new care packages at St. George’s Hospital where they delivered the essentials to staff and patients.
Davina Metters, director of Fundraising and Communications at St George’s Hospital Charity said: “Our charity exists to ensure patients receive the best possible experience during their care, and we were so proud to be the first hospital to partner with the Juliet O Foundation on this initiative.
“Over the past year, we have worked closely with Juliet and our outstanding clinical teams at St George’s to ensure these discharge packs deliver meaningful, practical support to patients when they need it most.
“It has been incredibly rewarding to see the impact of this work and to watch the initiative now expand to hospitals across London thanks to Juliet O’s partnership with UK Power Networks. This will enable us to reach hundreds more vulnerable patients at the point of discharge, and we look forward to continuing this important work together.”
If your name is on the register, you can access a dedicated helpline 24/7, receive texts and voice messages during a power cut, plus home visits, hot meals, practical advice and updates for friends and relatives.
See eligibility criteria at www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/priority, call 0800 169 9970, or email psr@ukpowernetworks.co.uk for more information.
