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Don't let Noriko's family go through the rainy season without gas
Help Noriko cover an overdue gas bill so the household stays safe this the rainy season.
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The gas account is 3 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 $60 first, which I don't have.
I live with a newborn, and going through the rainy season without gas 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.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $700 goes:
• Gas arrears: $480
• Reconnection and late fees: $115
• Down payment on a payment plan: $105
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Noriko
- due date
- 2026-11-22
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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So sorry you're going through this, Noriko. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Noriko?
Thank you. If you're in Tokyo I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks, that means a lot.
Sending good thoughts. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We're a small family in Dnipro but we're thinking of you.
Stay strong, Noriko. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Noriko.
Sure. The biggest one is gas arrears, $480. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Appreciate you taking the time.
Wishing you the best, Noriko. Hope this works out for you. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.
Wishing you the best. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Tokyo.
any update on how things are going in Tokyo?
Rooting for you, Noriko. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings.
Keep going, Noriko. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Wish I lived closer to London so I could bring a meal.
So sorry you're going through this. Shared this with my family. Take care.
Wishing you peace. Shared it with a few friends.
Hang in there. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best.
Take care. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Tokyo.
Praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it