Ways to give - Leave a gift in your Will

Create a lasting legacy for brain injury survivors in Jersey.

Every brain injury changes a life forever, and often, it changes an entire family’s world too. At Headway Jersey, we provide lifelong support, therapy, and rehabilitation for those navigating life after a brain injury. But we can’t do it alone.

Leaving a gift in your Will is one of the most meaningful ways to support our work, ensuring future generations of survivors in Jersey have access to the care, dignity, and community they deserve.

Leave a gift in your Will

Headway Jersey Rehabilitation Day Centre Supporting Jersey residents recovering from brain injury, including stroke, aneurysm, haemorrhage, brain tumour, or fall-related injuries.

Why leave a gift to Headway Jersey?

If you or someone you love has been affected by brain injury, you’ll understand how vital support can be, from help with recovery and mobility to emotional wellbeing and daily life skills.

By leaving a legacy, you’re doing more than donating, you’re promising a future where:

  • Every survivor in Jersey has access to rehabilitation

  • Isolation is replaced by inclusion

  • Families receive guidance & advocacy

  • People find hope again, even after everything has changed

How to Leave a Gift in Your Will?

1. Choose who you want to include

Your loved ones come first. After you’ve taken care of them, even a small percentage of what’s left can have a huge impact for our members.

2. Decide on the type of gift

There are three main ways you can leave a legacy gift:

  • Residuary gift – a share of what’s left after other gifts and expenses

  • Pecuniary gift – a specific amount of money

  • Specific gift – such as property, investments, or valuable items

3. Consider inheritance tax

In Jersey, gifts to registered charities in a will may provide tax benefits, particularly an income tax exemption on the charity's income and potential income tax relief for the donor. While Jersey does not have an inheritance or gift tax, specific rules apply to charitable bequests and it is essential to consult with a legal advisor to ensure proper drafting and compliance. 

4. Update or create your Will

To include Headway Jersey in your Will, simply provide your solicitor with our full details:

Headway Jersey
Le Coie, Springfield Stadium,
St Saviour, Jersey, JE2 7DN
Registered Charity No. 56

While we can’t offer legal advice, we’re happy to provide guidance and information about the impact your gift could have.

How a Gift in Your Will Could Help

Your legacy can:

  • Fund transport for members who are no longer mobile or confident leaving home alone

  • Provide specialist therapies like music, art, and chair-based exercise

  • Support social rehabilitation programmes that reduce loneliness and increase independence

  • Offer advocacy and safeguarding services to ensure vulnerable members are heard and protected

  • Help us train staff and volunteers to deliver expert care with compassion

Every gift, large or small, makes a real difference.

Already left a gift in your Will?

Thank you. Your support means the world to us.

If you’ve already included Headway Jersey in your Will, we’d love the opportunity to thank you personally and keep you informed about our work. Rest assured, we’ll treat your information with complete confidentiality and respect your wishes at all times.

Our Promise to You

  • We’ll always respect your decisions and privacy

  • You can change your mind at any time

  • Your gift will be used wisely, where it’s needed most

  • We’ll never pressure you, only support you

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help

Whether you're ready to make a promise to the future or just exploring your options, we’d love to hear from you.

To find out more about leaving a gift in your Will, please get in touch with Nikolett Jones, Fundraising and Marketing Manager (she will guide you with Individual Giving & Legacy)

📧 Email: nikolett.jones@headway.org.je
📞 Phone: 01534 505937

Frequently asked Questions

FAQ

  • Not necessarily. Many local firms offer Will-writing services at reasonable prices, and we may occasionally offer free Will schemes. Speak to your solicitor for guidance.

  • While you are legally permitted to write your own will in Jersey, it is strongly not advisable to use DIY or online will kits due to the specific and strict requirements of Jersey law. Homemade wills run a high risk of being invalid or failing to cover all assets correctly, which can lead to significant problems and expense for your beneficiaries after your death. 

    • Separate Wills for Property: Jersey law distinguishes between movable estate (money, possessions, shares) and immovable estate (land, houses, long leases). It is common and recommended practice to have separate wills for each.

    • Formal Witnessing Requirements: There are specific rules for witnessing wills in Jersey:

      • Both types of wills must be signed or acknowledged by you in the presence of two witnesses present at the same time.

      • For a will of immovable property (realty) made in Jersey, one of the witnesses must be a Jersey Advocate, Solicitor of the Royal Court, or a member of the States. The will must also be read aloud in the presence of you and the witnesses.

  • Absolutely. Your Will is yours to change at any time. If your circumstances or intentions change, your solicitor can help you update it.

  • Even a small gift can make a big difference. Every pound helps fund essential services for brain injury survivors in Jersey.

  • You can let us know if there’s a particular area of our work you'd like to support. While unrestricted gifts give us the flexibility to use funds where they’re most needed, we’ll always honour your wishes where possible.

  • You can add Headway Jersey with a simple amendment called a codicil. Your solicitor can advise you on how to do this easily.

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