A Detroit family's nightmare: mold, suffering, and eviction at Alden Towers.
When KaDeidra Copeland gave birth to her baby in October 2024, she and her partner DaQuan Grantham thought they had found a home at Alden Towers. However, their joy was short-lived as severe mold contamination in the apartment led to a toxic environment that would have devastating effects on their health.
The couple's ordeal began when Grantham started suffering from frequent and severe nosebleeds, with blood pouring out of his nose during surgery. Initially, they thought it might be related to stress or illness but soon discovered the root cause: mold in the apartment. After months of living in a contaminated environment, they had enough.
As the situation worsened, Copeland's health rapidly declined, and she developed chronic hives and swelling. They were eventually prescribed medication, including an EpiPen, steroids, and other treatments. The infant began waking up screaming with rashes, hives, and pink eye. Even Grantham's older child suffered from nosebleeds.
Despite their pleas for help, management ignored their requests for temporary relocation while the mold issue was addressed. Instead, they were forced to return to the apartment after Grantham's surgery, where the situation continued to deteriorate. The family had to throw away nearly everything they owned due to fear of contamination, including furniture, electronics, and clothing.
In August 2025, the family was evicted from their home, leaving them homeless with ongoing health problems. They were told that Grantham wouldn't have to pay rent while the issue was being investigated but later reversed course, saying he had to pay the balance before they would fix the apartment.
The experience has left Copeland traumatized and fearful of mold exposure anywhere she goes. "If I see a spot on a wall, I'm scared," she says. The family's allegations are similar to those raised by other Alden Towers tenants over the past several years.
Alden Towers, built in 1922, now faces numerous complaints about its management company, which tenants say is indifferent and punitive. Residents have picketed outside the building and sought help from city officials, arguing that the company has failed to address longstanding habitability issues.
As for Copeland, she says that living situation was like a nightmare. "Nobody should have to live like this," she says. "Especially not with a baby." The family's story highlights the struggles faced by many renters who are left vulnerable to neglect and abuse by their landlords.
When KaDeidra Copeland gave birth to her baby in October 2024, she and her partner DaQuan Grantham thought they had found a home at Alden Towers. However, their joy was short-lived as severe mold contamination in the apartment led to a toxic environment that would have devastating effects on their health.
The couple's ordeal began when Grantham started suffering from frequent and severe nosebleeds, with blood pouring out of his nose during surgery. Initially, they thought it might be related to stress or illness but soon discovered the root cause: mold in the apartment. After months of living in a contaminated environment, they had enough.
As the situation worsened, Copeland's health rapidly declined, and she developed chronic hives and swelling. They were eventually prescribed medication, including an EpiPen, steroids, and other treatments. The infant began waking up screaming with rashes, hives, and pink eye. Even Grantham's older child suffered from nosebleeds.
Despite their pleas for help, management ignored their requests for temporary relocation while the mold issue was addressed. Instead, they were forced to return to the apartment after Grantham's surgery, where the situation continued to deteriorate. The family had to throw away nearly everything they owned due to fear of contamination, including furniture, electronics, and clothing.
In August 2025, the family was evicted from their home, leaving them homeless with ongoing health problems. They were told that Grantham wouldn't have to pay rent while the issue was being investigated but later reversed course, saying he had to pay the balance before they would fix the apartment.
The experience has left Copeland traumatized and fearful of mold exposure anywhere she goes. "If I see a spot on a wall, I'm scared," she says. The family's allegations are similar to those raised by other Alden Towers tenants over the past several years.
Alden Towers, built in 1922, now faces numerous complaints about its management company, which tenants say is indifferent and punitive. Residents have picketed outside the building and sought help from city officials, arguing that the company has failed to address longstanding habitability issues.
As for Copeland, she says that living situation was like a nightmare. "Nobody should have to live like this," she says. "Especially not with a baby." The family's story highlights the struggles faced by many renters who are left vulnerable to neglect and abuse by their landlords.
Alden Towers is literally giving me nightmares thinking about what that family had to go through 
They should never have been made to pay rent after they were evicted 
I feel so bad for DaQuan and KaDeidra, especially with the baby involved 
It's crazy that the management kept ignoring their pleas for help 
And now they're left homeless with all these health problems 
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I was trying to eat a slice of pizza, but it kept falling apart in my hands. And then I started thinking about how much I love pizza, but also how frustrating it can be when it's not made right. Speaking of which, have you tried that new pizza joint downtown? I've been meaning to check it out, but I haven't had a chance yet. I wonder if they have any vegan options... 
My friend's cousin just told me about this amazing vegan cheese she found online. It sounds so good! Anyway, back to the article... it's crazy that people can be forced to live in such conditions without anyone lifting a finger to help them. Like, what even is going on with those landlords? 
The city officials need to step up and do something about this management company's lack of responsibility... it's like they're just pushing the problem from one generation to the next 
mold in apartments is a huge issue, it's not hard to solve, but ppl seem to ignore it or profit off it instead of fixing the problem. Alden Towers sounds like a total disaster zone 
what kinda company neglects their tenants like that? 
the fact that the fam had to throw away everything they owned & were left homeless is just heartbreakin 
. It's disgusting that they would do this to people who are already vulnerable enough with a new baby on the way 
. We need better laws in place for renters and landlords who are more accountable 
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Mold, suffering, and eviction? What kind of nightmare is that for a new mom trying to care for her baby?! DaQuan's nosebleeds, KaDeidra's chronic hives, and their tiny human waking up with rashes and pink eye... it's all just too much. The management company's response? Punitive evictions and ignoring pleas for help is just unacceptable. 
The fact that this family had to throw away almost everything they owned due to fear of contamination is just heartbreaking. We need better rent regulations and more support for renters like KaDeidra and her family. 
. The fact that the mom is now traumatized and fearful of mold everywhere she goes? That’s just not okay 
they went through hell in that apartment mold is like no joke 
can't believe the management company just ignored them the whole time 
especially with a baby around 
da system failed dem big time. we gotta make sure dis never happens 2 anyone else. 
. We need people who are willing to stand up for them and fight for what's right. It's not just about fixing one apartment, it's about making sure that all tenants have access to safe and affordable housing 
. i feel so bad for kaDeidra and her family, especially with a new baby 
. they should be able to live in a safe and healthy environment without breaking the bank