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If you or someone you love may benefit from Hospice care, you can find out more using the information below. For support or advice at any time of the day or night, please visit our Help Hub.

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We provide Hospice care & support to patients and their loved ones living in Kent and East Sussex. Learn more about how we can help you.

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Complete one of these short forms and we will contact you. There is no need to wait for a referral from your GP or healthcare professional.

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We need to raise over £8 million every year to provide outstanding Hospice care to the local community. To get involved with our fundraising activities, design your own, or make a donation, use the information on this page.

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Gifts in Wills & Leaving a Legacy

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Why leave a legacy gift in your Will to Hospice in the Weald?

For over four decades, Hospice in the Weald has provided outstanding end of life support to our community. Our work is only possible due to the generosity and kindness provided by our supporters. Supporters like you. Leaving a Gift in your Will helps us ensure that the care, comfort and dignity we provide can continue in the future.

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Stephen's Story

“The Hospice is not a place to be frightened of. It’s a place where you can find answers, it’s a place where you can find help.”

Stephen found the care he received on our ward at Pembury made a real impact. So much so, it improved his condition and quality of life and he was able to go home and spend more time with his family.

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Types of gifts you can leave in your Will

A gift in your Will to Hospice in the Weald can come in many forms, and typically is one of the following types of gift:

  • A share or percentage of your estate (known as a ‘Residuary Gift’)
  • A fixed sum of money (a ‘Pecuniary Gift’)
  • An item of value (know as ‘Bequeathing Items’)
  • A conditional gift (or a ‘Gift with Stipulations’)

The right for a beneficiary to use an asset during their lifetime (for example, living in a house or receiving investment income).

If you need advice on what type of gift to leave in your Will, get in touch with our team of experienced adviser and they will be happy to talk you through your options. For more info, read our helpful article on the different types of Gifts in Wills and how they work.

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Rebecca's Story

“The staff made it a safe environment to show emotions, and I feel so lucky that my dad had that care. We put such an emphasis on coming into this world and I think we should have the same when we are leaving.”

Rebecca shared how Hospice in the Weald helped not just her Dad, but the whole of her family during her dad’s final months.

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Help it live on for all, for now, forever

Hospice in the Weald is proud to be joining 142 hospices in the national campaign, led by Hospice UK, called ‘This is Hospice Care’. The campaign aims to raise important awareness around hospice care and the impact leaving a Gift in your Will could have on the future of your local Hospice.

Leaving a legacy gift can help protect the care we can provide, helping to create cherished memories and moments that matter for people receiving end of life support. Do you know what the Hospice can offer you or your loved ones in a time of need?

We provide end of life care that is tailored to the individual needs of patients and their families. Our care is always free of charge, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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Taking the next steps to creating your legacy

Leaving a charitable gift in your Will to a hospice is a meaningful way to ensure compassionate care continues beyond your lifetime. Here is an overview of the steps you need to consider:

  1. Choose your type of gift (as described above)
  2. Consider family and charity: balance your gift to support both your family and your chosen hospice.
  3. Understand the tax benefits: gifts left to registered charities are exempt from UK Inheritance Tax (IHT), and donating over 10% reduces the IHT rate from 40% to 36%.
  4. Consult a Solicitor: ensure your Will clearly reflects your intentions using precise wording.
  5. Update your Will regularly: amend your existing Will easily with a codicil.

Free expert support and online Will-writing services are available to simplify the process, ensuring your legacy helps hospice care continue to thrive. To find out more about leaving a legacy gift to Hospice in the Weald, request a brochure today.

Writing a Will

Do you need to write a Will?

Making a Will is easier and more affordable than you might think. Hospice in the Weald has partnered with three Will writing services to help you create a comprehensive Will with ease – see their details below. There’s no obligation to leave a Gift to the Hospice – it’s entirely up to you.

If you have a high-value estate, complex needs (like trusts or foreign assets), or health concerns (such as dementia or strong medication), you might prefer to speak with a solicitor. While we don’t work directly with one, we can share details of six local solicitors or you can find one through the Law Society. Get in touch – we’re happy to help!

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Make a Will Online

We work with Make a Will Online, who make it simple, safe and secure for our supporters to make a Will and leave a gift in their Will. You will also benefit from having any legal questions answered and free access to Capacity Vault. The best way to protect the wishes in your Will online.

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Free Wills

FreeWills offer all of our supporters their own fully comprehensive Will for free. You can make your Will in three easy steps from the comfort of your own home. Click the link below to find out more.

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Squiggle

With Squiggle, you can write your Will for free in the comfort of your own home. Every Will is proofread and approved by a qualified specialist and once signed and witnessed, it will be legally binding. Squiggle will even store it for free, giving you a copy for your records.

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I have left a Gift in my Will

Notify us that you have left a Gift in your Will. This helps us plan for the future. We can support you to make the process as easy as possible.

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I would like to leave a Gift in my Will

Request a Gift in Will Brochure to support you to leave a Legacy by completing our form. You can request this by contacting us.

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