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Don't let Annika's family go through summer without electricity and water
A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Annika needs $500 before April.
🇸🇪 Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, Sweden1,732 views
The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on April unless I pay $500. I have never been late before losing my job in January.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $110 first, which I don't have.
I live with two young children, and going through summer without electricity and water isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $500 goes:
• Gas arrears: $230
• Reconnection and late fees: $145
• Down payment on a payment plan: $125
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2026-05-08
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Annika
Thank you all. We're at 28% now ($141). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.
Update from Gothenburg: I made the first payment toward reconnection and late fees. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Annika?
Thank you. If you're in Gothenburg I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for asking.
Your post was clear and honest. After 16 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.
Praying for you, Annika. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family. Hope you get there. My neighbor in Messina donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Messina.
Hope it all works out. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Thủ Đức