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Don't let Lucy's family go through the rainy season without gas
A disconnection notice for gas arrived and Lucy needs $800 before April.
🇺🇸 Detroit, Michigan, United States1,117 views
The gas account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on April unless I pay $800. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $165 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through the rainy season 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.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $800 goes:
• Heating arrears: $420
• Reconnection and late fees: $135
• Down payment on a payment plan: $245
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2025-04-11
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Lucy
Quick update: $146 raised so far (18%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 16% now ($131). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.
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Keep going, Lucy. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Love from Abuja.
hope it all works out. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Manchester.
Best of luck, Lucy. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Jessore
hope it all works out, Lucy. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings.