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Don't let Merve's family go through winter without heating
Merve is behind on heating bills after my partner leaving the household and needs $200 to avoid a shut-off.
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The heating account is 4 months behind. Merve received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on September unless $200 is paid. She had never been late before my partner leaving the household.
Merve called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $30 first, which isn't available.
The household includes a newborn, and going through winter without heating isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by.
Merve is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in Merve's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $200 goes:
• Water arrears: $115
• Reconnection and late fees: $20
• Down payment on a payment plan: $65
Glad we found this place.
- due date
- 2026-08-28
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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sending strength. Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in Oakland this morning. Love from Oakland
I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Don't give up. Take care.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Merve
Water arrears is $115 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. It helps to be asked.
Stay strong, Elif. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.
Sending strength, Elif. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care
Hope it all works out, Elif. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings.
Keep going. Looking forward to the next update. I hope September is when things finally get easier!
You're not alone, Elif. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend!
good luck, Elif. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update