We know including us in your will is a big decision, and that family and loved ones come first. But all gifts make a huge difference.
Gifts in wills fund research into groundbreaking new treatments. They help us provide expert health information and run our life-changing support services, so we’re always here for people with Parkinson’s, and their family, friends and carers.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who includes a gift in their will to Parkinson’s UK. We simply couldn’t do our vital work without this support.
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Make or update your will for free through our will writing services. Online in England and Wales, or throughout the UK by phone or in person with a participating solicitor.
Complete our form to request a will guide from us. The guide includes more information about how gifts in wills help us, plus frequently asked questions and our legacy promise.
If you've given in your will, you can tell us. You don’t have to let us know, but anything you do tell us is entirely confidential and you can change your mind at any time.
Toussaint's story
Diagnosed at just 35, Toussaint initially felt isolated, believing Parkinson’s only affected older people. Today, he is a passionate advocate for the Parkinson’s community. He runs a support group in West London and participates in research to increase understanding of the condition among younger Black and minority ethnic groups.
Your legacy helps us fund the vital research and local support groups to empower people like Toussaint to maintain their independence and raise their voices.
7 easy steps to leaving a gift in your will
- Work out the value of your estate.
Make sure you include property, investments and any debts. - Choose your beneficiaries.
These are the people or charities you would like to include in your will. Many supporters choose to leave a share of their estate to us as this type of gift won’t lose its value over time. This is called a residuary gift. - Appoint your executors.
Executors are the individuals responsible for making sure that your wishes are carried out. They will be named in your will. - Use a solicitor or professional will writing service.
You can make or update your will for free through our will writing partners, Farewill and the National Free Wills Network. Find out how to make or update your will for free. You can also find solicitors in your area who specialise in wills on the Law Society website. - Keep your will somewhere safe.
Your solicitor or will writing service will often look after it for you, but you may wish to keep your own copy too. - Tell a relative or close friend where the original copy of your will is stored.
- If you have already included a gift to Parkinson’s UK in your will, we’d love to hear from you to thank you for your support.
But that’s entirely your decision, we do not need to know.
Gracie's story
Gracie, a social worker from Brighton and a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2023 at age 38. Knowing that physical activity can be important for managing symptoms, she decided to challenge herself. To help her live well with the condition, Gracie recently trained for and completed a Hyrox fitness competition.
Your legacy helps us provide the resources and encouragement that help people like Gracie keep their energy levels high and continue chasing their biggest ambitions.
Have a question?
If you have any questions or want to talk to someone about leaving a gift in your will, or how your gift will help, speak to our Legacy team.
Call us on 020 7963 9344 or email [email protected].