Supporting Loved Ones With Dementia: Power of Attorney and Property

Schedule

Tue Feb 17 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

ESPC Property Lounge | Edinburgh, SC

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Free evening event providing practical guidance on Powers of Attorney, property and care planning for families dealing with dementia.
About this Event

When a loved one is living with dementia, families are often faced with difficult legal, financial and property decisions – often at an already emotional and overwhelming time.

Ralph Sayer Solicitors & Estate Agents, in partnership with The Dementia Trust, invite you to a free evening information event designed to provide clear, practical guidance and support.

This informal session will cover:

• Powers of Attorney – what they are and when you need them

• What happens if no legal arrangements are in place

• Guardianship and loss of capacity • Selling property on behalf of someone with dementia • Paying for care and practical planning considerations

• Support services available for families and carers

There will be short presentations followed by a Q&A and the opportunity to speak privately with with our panel of experts.

Speakers:

• Kimberley Mackay – Partner & Head of Private Client, Ralph Sayer

• Tzana Webster – Head of Estate Agency, Ralph Sayer

• Professor June Andrews, Leading dementia expert, coach and author

• Sandra McDonald, Advisor, author and Ex-Public Guardian for Scotland

• Dianne Millen, Director of specialist incapacity firm, Datrys Legal

Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

This event is suitable for:

• Adult children supporting elderly parents

• Carers and family members

• Anyone planning ahead

• Anyone unsure where to start with legal or property matters

Places are limited to 30 and must be reserved in advance.


Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM
Arrival
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Presentation from guest speakers
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Q&A and 1:1 discussions
🕑: 08:00 PM
Wrap up
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Where is it happening?

ESPC Property Lounge, 27 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Tickets

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