October 27, 2008

Congressman Gregory Meeks Announces Launch of Foreclosure Prevention Clinic

(Jamaica, NY)–Congressman Gregory Meeks is launching a foreclosure intervention initiative in collaboration with the Consortium for Workers Education to deal with the alarming number of foreclosures that are happening across the cities of Queens and Far Rockaway. The Congressman’s district is in a foreclosure state of emergency with the highest rate of foreclosure filings in New York City.

The assistance that will be offered by this intervention is taking place at the Congressman’s St. Albans District Office every Wednesday from 1:00 – 5:00 pm located at 153-01 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, New York 11432. The Congressman will have an attorney and a financial advisor present to provide free service to the constituents of the 6th Congressional District.

Any constituents that are interested in this are encouraged to call the Congressman’s office at (718) 725-6000 to schedule an appointment prior to arrival.

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