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For over 40 years, Help the Aged has been a lifeline to older people in need. A legacy to Help the Aged will make a real and lasting difference.

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Why leave a legacy to Help the Aged?

By including us in your will today, you can ensure we will be there for older people in the future, providing practical advice, ongoing support and a internationally recognised voice for tomorrow’s older people.

We are the only charity that addresses all the major issues affecting older people today. We provide services, campaigning, research. We’ve already achieved some fantastic things.

Find out about what we have achieved 

How your legacy can make a difference

You can do something amazing. Your legacy can change the future for the most disadvantaged older people in society.

For every £10 we need to spend on delivering support in the community, £7 is left to us by people like you. Without your kindness, we simply couldn’t be there for the many thousands of people who need us every year.

We know how important it is that your legacy is spent wisely and well. You can be sure that by entrusting us with your legacy, you will make a genuine and positive difference to the most disadvantaged older people in society.

Find out how your legacy could make a difference

How to leave a legacy with Help the Aged

It is quick and simple to include a gift to Help the Aged in your existing will. You won’t even need to rewrite your will; a qualified solicitor can draft a codicil for a minimal cost.

To leave a share of your estate you may wish to leave Help the Aged a Residuary Legacy. This is a share in, or all of, what’s left of the value of your estate after all bills have been paid and all other legacies have been distributed.

If you would like to leave the Charity something other than money, describe the items fully.

Download a legacy information pack for advice on how to word your legacy

Find out more about about reviewing and updating your will

 

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Wills & Legacies Dept
207-221 Pentonville Road
London. N1 9UZ
020 7239 1965
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Where your money goes

£125 pays for a smoke alarm in 18 houses
£250 pays for a luggage compartment in a specialized vehicle for SeniorMobility
£500 pays the SeniorLine telephone costs for one week
£1000 pays for all the diesel for a HandyVan for a year
£5000 pays for all stock on a HandyVan for 8 months

Publications and downloads

Legacy information pack
(PDF,130k)