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Don't let Claire's family go through the cold months without electricity
Claire is behind on electricity bills after a reduction in hours and needs $600 to avoid a shut-off.
🇺🇸 Fresno, California, United States1,024 views
The electricity account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless I pay $600. I have never been late before a reduction in hours.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $155 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through the cold months without electricity isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home.
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 $600 goes:
• Gas arrears: $240
• Reconnection and late fees: $90
• Down payment on a payment plan: $270
I hope life is good to you.
- Claire
- due date
- 2026-11-14
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Wishing you peace, Claire. Shared it with a few friends. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings
Stay strong. Hope you get there. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings!
I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Bengaluru this morning.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Giza
Sending love, Claire. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Take care.
Hope it all works out, Claire. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.
take care, Claire. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't give up. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Fresno.
Stay strong. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. All the best.