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Don't let Nisha's family go through summer without electricity
Nisha is behind on electricity bills after a reduction in hours and needs $600 to avoid a shut-off.
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The electricity account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on May unless I pay $600. 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 $65 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through summer without electricity isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home.
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 $600 goes:
• Heating arrears: $330
• Reconnection and late fees: $105
• Down payment on a payment plan: $165
Thanks for being kind about this.
- due date
- 2026-05-03
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Nisha
Good news. Because of your gifts ($176 in total) the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
We're at 15% thanks to 4 of you. the plan for heating arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.
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“Wish I could do more! - Derry”
- Alexa W. Adams 🇺🇸 · $9
- Victor Chidi Yusuf 🇳🇬 · $5
“Hope this helps! - Asaba”
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Wishing you the best, Nisha. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Nisha?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about heating arrears, advice is welcome too. Thanks for asking.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope May is when things finally get easier
shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this, Nisha. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Fort Worth
hope it all works out, Nisha. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Greetings from Kasarani