Winston Churchill and his wishes

Events to commemorate the 50^th anniversary of Winston Churchill’s death and state funeral are in full flow.  Our good friends at Winston’s Wish, the leading UK bereavement charity reminded me of a Churchill quote I used when doing a presentation for their team more than 10 years ago.

“If I had my way, I would write the word “insure” upon the door of every cottage and upon the blotting book of every public man, because I am convinced, for sacrifices so small, families and estates can be protected against catastrophes which would otherwise smash them up forever.

It is the duty to arrest the ghastly waste, not merely of human happiness, but national health and strength, which follows when, through the death of the breadwinner, the frail boat in which the family are embarked, founders and the women and children and the estates are left to struggle in the dark waters of a friendless world”

Winston’s Wish was founded in 1992 by Julie Stokes OBE.  With a grant from the Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowship, Julie went on her travels to Canada and the US to find best practice in helping children and families to deal with the aftermath of the death of a parent or sibling.  On her return she founded this truly excellent and inspiring organisation.

Ellipse are proud to be a sponsor of Winston’s Wish and their specialist work with families bereaved by suicide. We introduce all our claimants to Winston’s Wish and encourage contact through their Helpline.

Digital delivery makes it economic for everyone - whether through their workplace or as an individual – to get access to a decent level of life and disability cover.    Our industry has the possibility and the capability to fulfil another of the great man’s wishes.