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Don't let Inés's family go through the cold months without gas
Inés is behind on gas bills after a reduction in hours and needs $800 to avoid a shut-off.
🇺🇸 New York, United StatesPosted Oct 1, 2026469 views
The gas account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $800. 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 $160 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the cold months without gas 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.
Every dollar goes to the account in Inés's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $800 goes:
• Gas arrears: $540
• Reconnection and late fees: $145
• Down payment on a payment plan: $115
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- due date
- 2026-11-07
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Inés
We're at 17% thanks to 4 of you. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Small update. $285 so far, I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $25 · 3h ago
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“Every little bit. My colleague told me about this one. - Wiesbaden”
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“Good luck. Thought of Inés all day after reading this.”
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wishing you peace, Inés. Hope this works out for you. Sent it to 11 people at work. Thinking of Buffalo.
wishing you peace, Inés. Shared this with my family. God bless
So sorry you're going through this, Inés. Looking forward to the next update. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Amsterdam.
your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Kampala.
Thinking of you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Buffalo.