Jane (not her real name) has dealt with severe health problems since 2017. Most recently, she was hospitalized for atrial fibrillation, which is an irregular and rapid heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots in the heart. Ms. Williams’ hospital bills were costly, and it meant that she had to pay those expenses instead of her mortgage. She had issues with her bathroom faucet at the same time and received a major water bill on top of the damages to her bathroom caused by the plumbing issues. JALA housing counselor Carmen Curtis-Skownronski was able to obtain over $4,000 from the City of Jacksonville’s Foreclosure Intervention Program. This brought her mortgage up to date, and Ms. Williams is no longer in fear of foreclosure. Ms. Williams expressed her sincere gratitude, saying, “I felt overwhelmed and stressed, but your support made a real difference.”
About Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid is a nonprofit law firm focused on delivering economic, social, and housing justice to low-income and at-risk individuals and families on the First Coast.
If you are an attorney wanting to volunteer with probate and heirs property issues, contact JALA Pro Bono Director Aaron Irving, at (904) 356-8371, Ext. 363, or Aaron.Irving@jaxlegalaid.org.
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