Slater and Gordon partner with charity, Lean On Me Foundation

In December 2023, Jesse Owen alongside his two close friends lost their lives in a horrific car collision. This left the families and friends as well as the wider community devastated. Following the incident, it became apparent that those who were affected by grief, needed support in navigating the difficult journey of grief.

The Lean On Me Foundation is committed to providing support and resources as well as cultivating a compassionate community within the foundation. The foundations’ goal is to ensure that no person feels alone in their grief and is actively working to raise awareness about youth grief, breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and ensuring every young person knows they are deserving of support and understanding during their time of need.

Kayleigh Taylor, a solicitor in the personal injury team says of the partnership: “The foundation was created following a tragedy that had a devastating impact on my local rural community. For me to be both personally and professionally involved in the Lean On Me Foundation is an honour. Those contacting the foundation need assistance navigating a period of extreme uncertainty and sadness. To provide a range of legal services offered by Slater and Gordon gives some certainty and comfort during a vulnerable time to those who need it most.”

Lean On Me Foundation offers a variety of programmes, workshops, and counselling services for young people where they can express their emotions, share their experiences, and receive guidance on dealing with loss.

Matthew Tomlinson, Head of Serious Injury – North says, “Slater and Gordon in Wales are delighted to work in partnership with the Lean On Me Foundation in helping to provide invaluable support to those in the community when they need it most at a time of loss and bereavement. The Foundation provides care, comfort and guidance and we are delighted to work and support with the legal services we offer.”

The partnership between Slater and Gordon and Lean On Me highlights a shared understanding of how the impact of such losses can widely affect those involved and pooling both resources, will continue to work towards offering support and guidance to those in need.

Claire Owen, Founder of Lean On Me Foundations says: “At Lean On Me Foundation we understand that losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences in life and as a family we know first-hand the invaluable service Slater and Gordon Lawyers provide. We are thrilled to have their support and to offer families access to trusted legal expertise at a time when they need it most.”