Following the flooding of an assisted-living facility, significant mold
growth, Stachybotrys included, resulted. Decisions had to be made about
the occupants, their accommodations and their possessions with respect
to the extent of remediation required. Several town meetings with
physician communicators revealed that the residents were more fearful
of being forced to vacate their rooms than they were of the potential
health risks associated with the mold. Although ambient levels of mold
were higher than customary, the medical doctors concluded that the
health risks were minimal. It was concluded that the health-based
remediation plan could take place with no resident relocations. The
remediation plan was communicated to the residents. Remediation went
forward with medical oversight and the occupants remained in place with
minimal inconvenience. The cost was reasonable and everyone remained
healthy.
