Debt Counseling

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Program Purpose:
To assist individuals and families who are experiencing difficulty with financial indebtedness.

Program Description:
Trained debt counselors work with you to:

• review your budget to help determine where cuts may be made
• ascertain what it costs for basic necessities
• determine if there is any disposable income at the end of the month
• help to negotiate with creditors, if funds are available
• develop a plan to help you deal with your financial future

Counselors can answer uncomplicated questions over the telephone. If you wish to become part of the program, please call and a Debt Counselor will send you the necessary paperwork.

Are you...

• a family in which one member has lost a job?
• a family where there has been a serious illness which has led to loss of income?
• a family where there has been a decrease in income, resulting in overuse of credit?
• an individual who has found that your credit card use has gotten out of control?

Persons Served:
The program serves any Suffolk County resident with problems of indebtedness.

Fees:
None

Program Hours:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Day and Evening consultations with counselors can be scheduled at a
mutually convenient time.

Program Location(s):
Olsten Family Center
790 Park Avenue
Huntington, NY 11743

Contact:
Pilar Moya Mancera, Program Coordinator, 631-427-3700 Ext. 264