“One in five of the children we support receives care because of these special gifts” – Free Wills Month is a golden opportunity to support EACH The public are being encouraged to think about the future by leaving a “special gift” that benefits children and young people receiving vital hospice care. Free Wills Month takes place in October and gives people over the age of 18 an opportunity to have their Will written or updated for ‘free’. In return, they are encouraged to make a donation or leave a gift to a charity like East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH). EACH Individual Giving Manager Amy Cudmore said: “This special month is an opportunity to start a very important conversation and ensure the public are aware they can leave a gift in their Will. “After taking care of family and friends, it’s an opportunity to help us continue our work supporting children and their families for generations to come. “One in five of the children we support receives care because of these gifts and we’re asking supporters to consider having their Will written. “Leaving something, no matter how big or small, really will make a huge difference in terms of helping us continue our vital work across East Anglia. “It’s an incredible, very personal way to help give more children and young people the opportunity to receive our tailored, high-quality specialist services.” EACH, which supports families and cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions, is directing supporters to a free online Will writing service called Farewill. It provides an opportunity for people to write their Will online, at no cost, in return for making a donation to EACH. For more information about leaving a gift in your Will, head here. Alternatively, email [email protected] or call 01223 800807. EACH has three hospices – The Nook, near Norwich, The Treehouse, in Ipswich, and Milton, near Cambridge. Photo credit: EACH