September is Wills Month, a timely reminder to pause and make sure one of life’s important documents is up to date.
A Will helps make your wishes clear. It can give guidance to the people you care about, reduce uncertainty later, and help ensure the things that matter to you are understood.
September is Wills Month
For Hospice Mid-Northland, Wills Month is about practical peace of mind first. It is a chance to think about family, whānau, personal wishes and the future with care and clarity.
Many people put off writing or updating a Will because it feels difficult, expensive or easy to leave for another day. But for straightforward situations, putting a Will in place can be simpler than people expect.
Why having a Will matters
A Will can help you record your wishes, provide clarity for family and whānau, and nominate how your estate should be handled. It can also help reduce uncertainty at a time when those close to you may already be carrying a lot.
Life changes over time. Relationships, homes, family circumstances and personal priorities can all shift. Wills Month is a useful prompt to check whether your Will still reflects what matters most to you.
This article is general information only and is not legal advice. If your circumstances are complex, or if you are unsure what is right for you, it is worth seeking independent legal guidance.
Watch the Wills Month video
Take a moment to watch Hospice New Zealand’s Wills Month video and learn more about why putting a Will in place can bring peace of mind for you and the people you care about.
Write a straightforward Will online for free
Hospice Mid-Northland has partnered with EveryWill to help eligible people prepare a straightforward Will online for free.
There is no obligation to leave a gift to Hospice Mid-Northland. You can use the service simply to help put a Will in place and make your wishes clearer for the people you care about.
Leaving a lasting local legacy
Some people choose to include a charitable gift in their Will after they have cared for family and whānau. That choice is deeply personal, and there is no expectation or obligation to include Hospice Mid-Northland.
For those who do choose to leave a future gift, it can help keep free specialist palliative care available for local patients and whānau in the years ahead. Bequests can support care that is provided at no direct cost to patients, helping future generations receive compassionate support when it is needed most.
Whatever you decide, your Will should reflect your own priorities, values and wishes.
Learn more
You can learn more about Hospice Mid-Northland’s free online Will service here: Write your free online Will.