Remember me a Rainbow
How your support can help secure Les Amis' future and ability to keep being there for Islanders with learning disaibilities
Leaving a gift in a will, no matter how big or small, could help Les Amis give vulnerable islanders the support they need, long in to the future. Les Amis, like all charities, ultimately relies on the goodwill of the public to continue with the high level of support and care it offers to islanders with a learning disability.
Leaving a legacy in your will is a straightforward process; a lawyer will do the necessary drafting of your will and, because Jersey law is very different to UK law, it is always advisable to use a lawyer when drawing up a will.
If you already have a will, a lawyer can make the necessary adjustments – called a codicil – to your existing will.
Any money raised from legacies go directly to support the people you wish to help and your legacy can be used for an identified project, particularly if it is important to you that the money you leave is used in a specific way.
For more information, please contact PR.Fundraising@lesamis.org.je
Useful advice on leaving a gift in your Will from the Association of Jersey Charities:
Leave A Better Tomorrow
Legacy examples
Leslie Norman Court
Sommers House was originally bequeathed to Les Amis for residential care. As our capacity needs grew, the property was sold and this helped fund the development of Leslie Norman Court, a major milestone for our Les Amis. Featuring 16 self-contained flats, it enables adults with learning disabilities to live independently, with a supportive community right on their doorstep.
More about residential services
Maison Allo Respite Care
Thanks to a generous legacy gift, Jersey Mencap purchased Maison Allo and partnered with Les Amis to run its respite care service. Previously serving children aged 5 to 18, the updated home now caters to young people aged 14 to 21, while younger children are accommodated at the Oakwell Children’s Respite Centre in St Brelade.
More about respite services
