We have launched a free will writing initiative, designed to help people plan for the future.

The scheme has launched during a new national campaign called ‘This is Hospice Care’, which aims to raise awareness about the vital role hospices play in communities and shift public perceptions of hospice care. We will be holding a series of drop-in information sessions to provide more information and answer any questions people may have about our free will offering.

Jo Till, Legacy & In Memory fundraiser at Compton Care, said: “An up-to-date will is the best way to ensure your wishes are followed and secures the future for the people and causes you love. We are delighted to now be offering a free wills initiative, which will encourage people to plan for the future while also considering the impact they can have on their community. Family and friends always come first, but if people can remember Compton in their will, they will leave a lasting legacy. Even small gifts make a significant difference in supporting patients and their loved ones.”

The wills that Compton offer are completely free of charge. Those using the initiative are under no obligation to leave a donation to Compton, though by doing so, they would help the charity to continue to provide vital care, ensuring that everyone has access to the palliative care and bereavement support they need for generations to come.

Drop-in sessions to find out more about Compton’s free wills initiative are taking place on the following dates:

  • Tuesday 25 February, 11am – 2pm, Codsall Hub, Wolverhampton Road, Codsall, WV8 1PX
  • Wednesday 26th February, 11am – 2pm, Compton’s Coffee shop, St George’s Parade Wolverhampton, WV2 1BA
  • Thursday 27th February, 11am – 2pm, Compton Care Dudley Community Hub, Churchill Shopping Centre, Dudley, DY2 7BJ
  • Friday 28th February, 11am – 2pm, Crumbles Coffee House, Compton Hall, 4 Compton Rd West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DH

Gifts in wills fund nearly a quarter of Compton’s work to support people with life limiting conditions and are more important today than ever before. To help shine a light on how vital legacies are to Compton Care, we are part of a collaboration of over 140 hospices across the UK, brought together by Hospice UK, participating in a brand-new national campaign. ‘This is Hospice Care’ which features an emotive TV advert highlights the difference leaving a legacy in a will to a local hospice can make, ensuring people facing a life limiting illness can get the care and support they need.

Click here to find out more about our free will initiative or call our Legacy team on 01902 774598.