Meet Stuart, Crisis volunteer and supporter 

In 1999, Stuart had a comfortable life, with a lovely home, partner and children. But in the space of a few days that summer, everything changed. This is how he became part of Crisis: 

“I lost everything and would have found myself on the streets if it hadn't been for the kindness of friends. I spent a few nights here, a few nights there, always leaving before I outstayed my welcome. I slept in my car on a couple of occasions because I was too embarrassed to ask if I could sleep at somebody’s house – again.  

Compared to many of our Crisis guests, I was very lucky. After a few difficult weeks I had found somewhere stable to live and I was beginning to piece things together. But Christmas was looming, and I was dreading spending most of it on my own, only seeing my children briefly.  

Then I remembered Crisis, and that’s how I became a volunteer on Christmas morning. The first job I ever did on shift was to help serve breakfast. 

Since then, I’ve become passionate about doing anything I can to help Crisis. Leaving a gift in my Will is just one of those things. After the pandemic I realised it would be sensible to write a will.

I contacted George at Crisis, and he directed me to Farewill, which is a Will-writing service free for Crisis supporters. It couldn’t have been easier. And now I know my support for Crisis will help the next generation."

Stuart Cashmore, Crisis Volunteer

Farewill is the UK’s top-rated Will-writer 

Using Farewill to write your Will is quick, easy and can be done from home. It’s free for our supporters and there’s no obligation to leave a gift to Crisis.  

For more information about leaving a gift in your Will, contact George Shelley on george.shelley@crisis.org or 07814 654362.