Outstanding hospice care in Dorset.
Made possible with a gift in your Will.
Leaving an affordable gift really can make a difference – the care of one in every three patients is funded thanks to the legacy of supporters.
Find out here how you can write or update your Will for free, and request your useful free information pack.
One of the most powerful ways you can help Weldmar Hospicecare today is to leave an affordable gift in your Will.
This costs you nothing in your lifetime, but your legacy will be the continuing care of people in Dorset who have a life limiting illness. We’ll provide full support to you to make it as easy as possible, and you can even arrange to write or update your Will for free.
Help us to make every moment matter for those in our care
Hospice care is everything you’d expect and everything you wouldn’t. At Weldmar, we provide support and care at home and at our Inpatient Unit for adults with a life limiting illness, in the last twelve months of life. We ensure they have the specialist care they need, with the support of doctors, nurses, carers, and therapists. For those who need it, our Inpatient Unit welcomes those patients who need more sustained care.
We also ensure that the loved ones of our patients are also supported, practically and emotionally, as they navigate one of life’s most difficult journeys.
It’s about making every moment matter. It’s about:
• Making sure Stan and Ruth can be married in front of their family and friends
• Allowing Graham to visit his favourite music festival one last time
• Fulfilling a wish to see a horse from a hospice bed,
• Giving Maria the confidence to take on a wing walk in spite of her illness.
Leaving a gift in your Will is easier and more affordable than you think
Because we don’t receive the money now but in the future, it means that we can build and plan ahead for our care for future generations, and it doesn’t cost you anything in your lifetime. Gifts can be a lump sum or a percentage of what you leave behind, so can be affordable no matter what your circumstances. A gift could even be a specific item, such as jewellery, or a piece of art.
Weldmar's care for Gill and I meant a great deal, it gave a lot of comfort and you know they're always on hand when you need help. That's why I've left a gift in my Will, so others will benefit from that exceptional level of care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave a gift in my Will to Weldmar in memory of someone special to me?
Yes, of course. Leaving a gift in your Will to Weldmar is a wonderful and enduring way to remember a loved one. Your generous contribution, made in their name, will create a lasting legacy of care and support for our patients and their families in the future. We will ensure their name is forever associated with your gift.
What if I already have a Will but now want to include a gift to Weldmar Hospicecare?
While many aspects of your Will may remain the same as you go through life, some situations may change prompting you to make alterations – such as considering leaving a gift to charity.
If you already have a will but now want to include a gift to Weldmar Hospicecare, you can do so by choosing to write a Codicil, which is simply an addition to an existing Will instead of rewriting it completely.
Weldmar Hospicecare can provide you with this form if you wish to include us in your existing Will.
Download a Codicil form hereIf you have any further questions about this, please contact Sarah Wilson at wills@weld-hospice.org.uk or 01305 261800.
What kind of gift can I leave?
Your gift can be as large or small as you like. There are three main ways of leaving a gift.
1. A percentage of what you leave behind. This could be anything from 1% to 100%.
2. A fixed cash gift. This could be any amount you choose, such as £500, £1,000, or £100,000 – it’s up to you.
3. An item you own. This could be anything from a piece of jewellery, a classic car, or even a property.
How do I prepare for writing or updating a Will?
Before visiting your solicitor, or making your Will online, it’s a good idea to prepare.
Think about:
- What it is you own
- Who you want to remember in your Will
- The two people (executors) who will carry out the wishes in your Will
- How you would like to leave a gift to a charity, such as Weldmar Hospicecare.
If you have already written your Will, it’s a good idea to review it every five to ten years to ensure it still reflects your wishes.
Why should I write a Will?
Making a will is not just about sorting out your finances. A Will ensures that your final wishes are clear, and that your possessions and property are going to the right place, and the family and children you leave behind are looked after.
What information do I need to give a solicitor to leave a gift to Weldmar?
If you kindly decide that you would like to leave Weldmar Hospicecare a gift in your Will, this information would be useful to take with you:
Our official charity name: Weldmar Hospicecare
Our registered charity number: 1000414
Our address: Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2SL
If you would like to find out more about making a Will, and leaving an affordable gift to Weldmar, you can always request our free information pack.
I need some help understanding the terms and phrases used when talking about Wills
No problem!
We have put together a really helpful one page glossary, that will help you to understand some of the most common phrases.
Download the glossary here (PDF)What happens if I don’t make a Will before I die?
This is a common question, and one that is very pertinent today with so many multi-faceted family relationships, and the fear of a loved one or close friend missing out.
If you die without a valid Will your estate is distributed under the existing Intestacy Law. This has a strict order of the direct family members who can inherit. Therefore, unmarried partners, step-children and friends would be excluded.
Writing your Will ensures that your wishes are met.
Ready to start?
Here’s how you can start writing or updating your Will for free, with the support of Weldmar Hospicecare.
Your free information pack
This pack contains lots of useful help and advice about writing your Will.
You can either download your copy here, or request yours to be sent through the post (see below).
Download here
Online or on the phone
Write your simple Will easily, safely and for free online with our partner, Farewill, in just thirty minutes.
They’ll take you step by step through the simple process. When you’re done, your Will will be checked by a solicitor.
Book a 15 minute call with a Farewill specialist here
This service is only available in England and Wales.
Start your online Will
Face to face with a local solicitor
Write or update your simple Will, completely free of charge, with a local solicitor.
Once you’ve completed your self-referral form, you will receive a pack in the post that lists participating local law firms you to choose from, and arrange an appointment with.
Find a local solicitor here
If you would like to discuss leaving a gift or require any further information, we would be pleased to help.
Sarah is Weldmar’s Legacy Fundraiser. Sarah can help with any questions you may have, and also send you a copy of our free information pack in the post. Contact Sarah at:
Weldmar Hospicecare
Herringston Road
Dorchester DT1 2SL
01305 261800
wills@weld-hospice.org.uk
