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Don't let Brigitte's family go through the cold months without electricity and water
Brigitte is behind on electricity and water bills after my partner leaving the household and needs $800 to avoid a shut-off.
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The electricity and water account is 4 months behind. Brigitte received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on January unless $800 is paid. She had never been late before my partner leaving the household.
Brigitte called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $185 first, which isn't available.
The household includes a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
Brigitte is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in Brigitte's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $800 goes:
• Water arrears: $430
• Reconnection and late fees: $185
• Down payment on a payment plan: $185
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Romain
- due date
- 2026-01-08
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Rooting for you, Romain. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings
Thanks for sharing this, Romain. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Birmingham.
Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Busan.
Thinking of you and your family, Romain. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.