Post by TomLine on Jul 24, 2018 20:26:17 GMT -5
MY BATTLE WITH MOLD AND WASHINGTON COURT APARTMENTS
by Tom Lineaweaver
by Tom Lineaweaver
I moved into Washington Court Apartments on June 1, 2013. And I have been sick a lot since then. It started with little things at first like sore throats, and other cold like symptoms. By October 2013, I couldn't put my shoes on because my legs and feet got swollen to that point. I have been battling fluid retention ever since. One time I almost died. I had a hard time breathing, so I went to the ER. They said my lungs were filling up with fluid. Had I not gone into the ER I probably would have died.
Also, since moving in this place, I have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat). I have experienced excruciating nerve pain, mainly in my feet and lower legs. Also, pain in my left arm, neck and face. Sometime I have a very sharp pain at the top of my head.
These health problems were and are far worse than anything I've experienced before moving in this place. So, I concluded the cause was and is environmental. But could not figure what it was, that is until February of 2018.
In February of this year, mold showed up. It looks like it was there before and it was just painted over. Also, several places on the ceilings and walls were discolored. It is plain this apartment had water damage, and mold, and someone painted over it.
I began doing research.
Here is a list of articles I read...
MOLD - BASIC FACTS - CDC
www.cdc.gov/mold/faqs.htm
Is Toxic Mold Exposure the Cause of Your Symptoms?
www.jillcarnahan.com/2015/02/08/toxic-mold-exposure-cause-symptoms/
Mold Can Cause UNEXPECTED Weight Gain, Migraines and Inflammation, Here’s What to Look For
theheartysoul.com/dangers-of-mold/
Documentary Reveals the Hazards of Toxic Mold and Mold-Related Illness
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2015/09/05/mold-toxicity.aspx
Why Almost All Sinus Infections Are Misdiagnosed and Mistreated
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/09/10/fungus-hiding-in-your-house-and-making-you-ill.aspx
6 Health Symptoms of Prolonged Mold Exposure
www.activebeat.com/your-health/6-health-symptoms-of-prolonged-mold-exposure/
The Dangers of Toxic Mold Exposure
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/09/03/molds-making-you-ill.aspx
MOLD MISERY
www.moldmisery.com/medical_mycology/ingrid_symptoms_2.html
Mold Neurological Symptoms
www.mold-answers.com/mold-neurological-symptoms.html
Mold Sickness – What has Really Happened to you?
moldvictim.org/mold-sickness/
MOLD SICKNESS SYMPTOMS | HEALTH TIPS | MOLD ILLNESS
www.advantaclean.com/blog/2017/february/mold-sickness-symptoms-health-tips-mold-illness/
8 Signs Of Black Mold Toxicity & How To Detox FAST!
www.davidwolfe.com/8-signs-black-mold-toxicity-detox-fast/
OUR TOXIC MOLD EXPOSURE – TIMELINE OF EVENTS
it-takes-time.com/2014/02/09/our-toxic-mold-exposure/
Can mold grow in your body?
howirecovered.com/can-mold-grow-in-your-body/
Also read articles on how to deal with toxic mold exposure.
Also videos I watched...
MOLD - BASIC FACTS - CDC
www.cdc.gov/mold/faqs.htm
Is Toxic Mold Exposure the Cause of Your Symptoms?
www.jillcarnahan.com/2015/02/08/toxic-mold-exposure-cause-symptoms/
Mold Can Cause UNEXPECTED Weight Gain, Migraines and Inflammation, Here’s What to Look For
theheartysoul.com/dangers-of-mold/
Documentary Reveals the Hazards of Toxic Mold and Mold-Related Illness
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2015/09/05/mold-toxicity.aspx
Why Almost All Sinus Infections Are Misdiagnosed and Mistreated
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/09/10/fungus-hiding-in-your-house-and-making-you-ill.aspx
6 Health Symptoms of Prolonged Mold Exposure
www.activebeat.com/your-health/6-health-symptoms-of-prolonged-mold-exposure/
The Dangers of Toxic Mold Exposure
articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/09/03/molds-making-you-ill.aspx
MOLD MISERY
www.moldmisery.com/medical_mycology/ingrid_symptoms_2.html
Mold Neurological Symptoms
www.mold-answers.com/mold-neurological-symptoms.html
Mold Sickness – What has Really Happened to you?
moldvictim.org/mold-sickness/
MOLD SICKNESS SYMPTOMS | HEALTH TIPS | MOLD ILLNESS
www.advantaclean.com/blog/2017/february/mold-sickness-symptoms-health-tips-mold-illness/
8 Signs Of Black Mold Toxicity & How To Detox FAST!
www.davidwolfe.com/8-signs-black-mold-toxicity-detox-fast/
OUR TOXIC MOLD EXPOSURE – TIMELINE OF EVENTS
it-takes-time.com/2014/02/09/our-toxic-mold-exposure/
Can mold grow in your body?
howirecovered.com/can-mold-grow-in-your-body/
Also read articles on how to deal with toxic mold exposure.
Also videos I watched...
MOLD EXPOSURE SYMPTOMS (Youtube)
Black Mold Symptoms & 16 Natural Remedies
How You Can Test Yourself for Mold Poisoning RIGHT NOW!
Black Mold Symptoms & 16 Natural Remedies
How You Can Test Yourself for Mold Poisoning RIGHT NOW!
During my research I came to believe that my health problems are the result of toxic mold exposure. Naturally I complained to the property manager, who in my opinion didn't seem to care. I continued to complain and insist something be done. I probably wouldn't have been so insiting if this thing was not threatening my life. Eventually the property manager brought in a contractor. I talked to the contractor and we decided on a course of action, and a time when they would start. But the property manager had other ideas. He decided something else would be done, and he didn't care how uncomfortable his course of action would be to me. Also, he decided that the contractor would come in at 7:30 in the morning, in spite of the fact that I've been sick a lot and wanted mornings to be my time to rest. I said that they come in anytime afternoons. The property manager then twisted what I said and made statements to the effect that I am refusing to let the the workers in, which is a lie.
Dealing with the property manager was so frustrating I eventually lost my cool. Left a voicemail where I called him names, and said that I would make his life miserable. Of course, this was a statement out of frustration. At another time, I was trying to show him all the mold on the buildings, on the trees, etc. He dismissed it by saying it was dirt. Once again I got frustrated, and said to him, "you don't want to fix a damn thing."
Shortly there after, I received a paper that gave me till June 30th to vacate the premises, in retaliation for my complaining. That didn't happen. So, he filed for eviction with the District Magistrate, Anthony J. Verna. The hearing was scheduled for July 17, 2018. The Thursday before I felt like I had a cold. Sore throat, coughing, etc. So I requested a continuance to try to get over the cold. The new date was July 24, 2018.
On July 24th, I felt really sick. I had been battling constipation to the point I thought I might have a blockage. So I went to the ER, and a blockage was ruled out. But I felt so sick. I sent a request for another continuance. This time it was denied. Because I wasn't there, the judgment went against me. That means I have to appeal the decision without a lawyer (at this point).
I am convinced that the owners and property manager of Washington Court Apartments want me dead. Why? Because eviction for me is a death sentence. I am 62 years old, not in the best of health. If I'm homeless, where will I take my vitamins. Where will I go to the bathroom. Etc.
You see, I'm on Section 8. They will only help me with a one bedroom apartment. I've been looking, but have not found any. So, what am I supposed to do?
The owners of Washington Court Apartments is Lebanon Associates. Management and Owner's Agent is Penn Management Corp, PO Box 5107, Jersey Shore, PA 17740 Phone: 570-398-2260.
The property manager is Joseph Turner, his email address: turnerassoc1@aol.com
Phone: 717-364-6942
I'm hoping someone will contact these people and ask why they are treating me so rotten.