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An elderly landowner suffering from dementia was targeted by a UK housing developer during an unexpected visit, highlighting the vulnerability of older farmers. The developer obtained a pre-sale agreement after arriving uninvited at the owner’s home, where he was living alone and receiving care for dementia. The owner, who has a lasting power of attorney (LPA) in place, signed a “Head of Terms” document outlining a potential land sale. Family members discovered the situation the following day, prompting a formal complaint against the housing developer.
To prevent similar incidents, it is advisable to ask for identification from unexpected visitors, verify their credentials with the relevant organization, and inform a trusted friend or family member about the visit. It is also recommended to keep the door closed to strangers and consider displaying a “no cold callers” sign.
For support and advice related to dementia, individuals can contact Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline or avail specialist financial guidance through their partnership with Nationwide Building Society. Information on lasting power of attorney can also be found on Dementia UK’s website. If you have experienced a similar situation, please reach out to the provided email address.
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Maria Sanchez completed her Bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences from the University of California, Davis, in the USA. Her studies focused on plant genetics and biotechnology, with an emphasis on developing disease-resistant crop varieties. Maria has contributed to several research projects aimed at improving crop resilience to climate change and is now pursuing her Master’s degree in Plant Breeding.
