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Don't let Monique's family go through winter without electricity and water

Monique is behind on electricity and water bills after a reduction in hours and needs $300 to avoid a shut-off.

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Half-Way Tree, Saint Andrew, Jamaica1,335 views
Monique M. Williams
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Half-Way Tree
The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on September unless I pay $300. 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 $55 first, which I don't have. I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through winter without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. 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 Monique's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $300 goes: โ€ข Electricity arrears: $165 โ€ข Reconnection and late fees: $50 โ€ข Down payment on a payment plan: $85 Thank you so much. - Monique
due date
2026-09-05
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Monique

  1. Thank you all. We're at 54% now ($162). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.

  2. 52% there. the plan for electricity arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 23% now ($68). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.

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