By leaving a gift in your Will to BlueCare, you can ensure your legacy lives on, providing respect, support and care to older Queenslanders.
Since Sister Olive Crombie’s first home visit in 1953, BlueCare’s staff and volunteers have been providing personalised care to Queenslanders all over the state. Thanks to supporters like you, we empower older Queenslanders to live with comfort, joy, connection and dignity.
As the ageing population in Queensland increases, our dementia and aged care services will be in greater demand than ever before.
By choosing to leave a gift in your Will to BlueCare, you will have the comfort of knowing that your legacy will help us be there, providing the very best aged care for the next generation – our children, and their children.
Please leave a gift in your Will to ensure BlueCare can continue improving the lives of older and vulnerable Queenslanders in the future.
Write your Will with Safewill
Writing a Will is one of the most important things you can do in your life, to protect those you love and care for.
That’s why we’ve partnered with Safewill, an online Will writing platform, to make the process of writing your Will quicker and easier.
A bequest of any size can provide life-changing care. Here’s what your gift could do:
- Fund specialist dementia support, including respite and palliative care
- Provide innovative technology to help older people stay connected to their community
- Support the training that helps our caring staff provide exceptional, personalised care
- Help BlueCare expand our community services to help more older and vulnerable people stay in their own homes, and live life their way
- Continually improve the quality of comfort and support in our BlueCare residences
- Fund evidence-based therapies that keep older people connected, engaged and thriving
Join a community of people like Gwen
At 92 years old, Gwen has been a BlueCare staff member and volunteer for over 30 years. Like you, Gwen wants her legacy to help ensure BlueCare can continue providing the best aged care possible for all Queenslanders, forever.
“I forget how old I am at times. Many of the people here are much younger than me. But they need help, so I’m happy to help them.
“I’ve left a gift in my Will to BlueCare because they remember and care for elderly Queenslanders. Most of us have had responsible jobs and spent our lives helping others. When we come to BlueCare, maybe because of illness or dementia, we need help.”
When you leave a gift in Will to BlueCare, you too will become a part of our compassionate BlueCare family. Just like Gwen, your legacy of kindness and care will live on in the lives of all those who turn to BlueCare.
Read more about leaving a legacy that changes lives
For a confidential, no obligation chat about the difference bequests can make to a charity like BlueCare, contact our team on 1800 001 953, or fill out the form. We look forward to speaking with you.
FAQs
Can BlueCare help me write my Will or do I need to speak to a solicitor?
BlueCare is not able to assist you in writing your Will. We recommend you consult with a solicitor or the Public Trustee in your state that offers Will writing services.
I don’t have much money to leave...will it make a difference?
You don’t have to be wealthy to remember a charity in your Will. You just have to make a simple decision. Whoever you are, whatever your situation, even a small portion (or percentage) of what is left of your estate can make a significant impact to the lives of older Queenslanders and those living with dementia.
Can I specify how my gift is used by the charity?
Bequests provide BlueCare with the vital funds to plan long-term projects that enable us to better support ageing Queenslanders. Leaving a gift in your Will to a specific type of work might mean that we cannot fulfil your wishes if we are no longer doing that specific work at the time the gift is realised. We recommend you keep your gift for general purposes, to enable BlueCare to use it where the need is greatest at the time.
I’ve already made a Will – how do I change it?
If you need to make changes to your current Will, a solicitor can help you make a Codicil. It’s important to consult a solicitor when changing your Will, to ensure the original Will is not affected. Never amend your Will by crossing out information.
Can I leave assets from my estate to Bluecare, such as property or shares?
BlueCare welcomes assets from your estate, such as shares or property, provided that we have permission to sell these assets to use the funds for our purposes.
Do I need to let you know I’ve included BlueCare in my Will?
Of course, it’s entirely up to you whether you let us know about your gift in Will. If you do, we’d love to show our gratitude to you, and keep you connected to the impact your gift will have for older Queenslanders in future generations.
Who should I tell about my decision to leave a gift in Will to BlueCare?
We strongly recommend that you advise your loved ones of your decision to leave a gift in your Will to a charity like BlueCare. This will ensure your estate and affairs are dealt with according to your wishes.
