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Don't let Mairead's family go through the cold months without heating

A disconnection notice for heating arrived and Mairead needs $700 before October.

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Mairead N. Fitzpatrick
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Dublin
The heating account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless I pay $700. 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 $70 first, which I don't have. I live with a newborn, and going through the cold months without heating 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. Every dollar goes to the account in Mairead's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $700 goes: • Water arrears: $390 • Reconnection and late fees: $150 • Down payment on a payment plan: $160 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
due date
2026-10-21
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Mairead

  1. Update from Dublin: we've started the first stage. We're at 89% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $477 raised so far (68%). the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. 25% there. the plan for water arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.

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  • Sathi Popy AkterPhoto verified

    take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.

    • Mercedes P. Carrillo

      This could happen to any of us. Wish I lived closer to Surrey so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Dublin.

      • Juliet Efe Raji

        rooting for you, Mairead. Hope this works out for you. God bless

        • Javier K. Paredes

          Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Dublin.

          • Andre G. Grant

            best of luck, Mairead. Shared it with a few friends.

            • Mary Grace T. Pangilinan

              Thinking of you and your family, Mairead. This could happen to any of us.

              • Lorena Soto

                rooting for you, Mairead. Hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.

                • Leonardo F. Gómez

                  thinking of you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Belfast.

                  • Lily E. BowmanPhoto verified

                    stay strong, Mairead. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My husband and I read this together. Love from Nagpur.

                    • Taylor J. Harrison

                      Hope things get better soon. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Gazipur donated after I showed her your page. Love from Gazipur.

                      • Daniel Medina

                        Sending strength. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Caxias do Sul.

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