Writing a Will ensures your wishes are followed when it comes to distributing your assets. Whether you want to provide for your loved ones or leave a gift to charity, a clear and legally binding Will is essential.
Helen & Douglas House offers a free Will-writing service that makes the process simple and accessible. You can complete it online, over the phone, or in person – whichever works best for you.
Write your Will for free online
Here’s why it’s easy and convenient:
- Quick: The process takes just 15–20 minutes on average.
- Secure: Wills are legally binding and reviewed by experts.
- Free: No cost to write your Will.
- Peace of mind: Ensure your affairs are in order.
If you prefer, you can also complete your Will face-to-face or over the phone.
How to get started
Follow these three simple steps to write your Will with Octopus Legacy:
- Answer questions: They’ll guide you through a series of questions to determine your wishes.
- Review and finalise: Experts will review your Will within 10 working days. Once ready, you’ll sign it to make it legally binding.
- Easy updates: Update your Will for free in the first year and for just £10 a year after that.
Leave a gift in your Will
If you would like to, you can leave a gift in your Will to Helen & Douglas House. This will help us support local children and families facing life-shortening conditions. To include this in your Will, you will need to provide:
- Charity name: Helen & Douglas House
- Address: 14A Magdalen Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1RW
- Registered charity number: 1085951
These gifts are invaluable and ensure continued support for those in need.
Did you know…
£6m
It costs £6m to fund the care given at Helen & Douglas House.
90%
As a charity, over 90% of our funding comes from legacies, fundraising and trading
An average gift can pay for 200 hours of bereavement service to help families cope with the loss of their child