This May, St. Rocco’s Hospice is working in partnership with three local solicitors in Warrington to encourage people to make a Will.
During the month, participating solicitors volunteer their time and help individuals and couples write a Will. Instead of paying the usual solicitor fees, participants are encouraged to make a donation to the hospice to help fund patient care.
Making a Will is so important for many reasons, but research shows that over 50% of people in the UK have not yet made one. It can be difficult knowing who to contact, so St Rocco’s Hospice is using Make a Will Month in May to help encourage people to take that first step.
Why is it important to make a Will?
If you die without a will, there are certain rules which dictate how your money, property or possessions should be allocated. By making a Will, you can choose exactly where your assets go. If you live with a partner but are not married, you cannot inherit from each other unless there is a Will, so the death of one partner may create serious financial problems for the remaining partner. If you have children, you will need to make a Will so that arrangements for the children can be made if either one or both parents die.
In addition, it may be possible to reduce the amount of tax payable on the inheritance if advice is taken in advance and a Will is made. You can also choose to leave a gift to continue helping the charities or good causes that are important to you.
Who can I contact for advice?
Appointments are now available throughout May with the solicitors below. To take part please contact them directly to arrange an appointment:
Cribbin Solicitors – contact Siobhan Cribbin ([email protected])
Fiona Bruce Solicitors – contact Jessica Newton ([email protected])
Watsons Solicitors – contact Alex Mitchell – ([email protected])
How much are the suggested minimum donations?
The suggested minimum donations that we are asking for during Make a Will Month are:
- £150 for a single Will
- £200 for a double Will
- £80 for a codicil
If you choose to write your will through Make a Will Month, we hope you’ll consider leaving a gift in your Will to St. Rocco’s Hospice, although there’s no obligation to do so. Leaving a gift can reduce inheritance tax and leaves a lasting legacy of your kindness.
For more information you can visit Make a Will Month | St Roccos Hospice
