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Don't let Katerina's family go through summer without electricity
A disconnection notice for electricity arrived and Katerina needs $450 before September.
🇬🇷 Attica, Greece1,286 views
The electricity account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on September unless I pay $450. 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 $45 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through summer without electricity 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 Katerina's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $450 goes:
• Gas arrears: $220
• Reconnection and late fees: $95
• Down payment on a payment plan: $135
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-09-27
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Katerina
Update from Athens: I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. We're at 9% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Katerina?
Thank you. If you're in Athens I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.
Hope it all works out. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Sent it to 20 people at work
So sorry you're going through this, Katerina. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Lahore.
Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Kasarani donated after I showed her your page. Take care.
how is Katerina doing now?
Best of luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.
Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
sending love. Hope you get there. Love from Onitsha.
Thinking of you and your family, Katerina. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care.
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Makati this morning.
You're not alone, Katerina. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Wish I lived closer to Accra so I could bring a meal.
Shared this with my family. Greetings from Manchester.
Hope this works out for you. Don't give up. Love from Galway.