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Don't let Sophie's family go through summer without electricity and water
A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Sophie needs $850 before November.
🇺🇸 United States750 views
The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $850. 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 $100 first, which I don't have.
I live with three children under ten, and going through summer without electricity and water 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 Sophie's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $850 goes:
• Utility arrears: $510
• Reconnection and late fees: $85
• Down payment on a payment plan: $255
I hope life is good to you.
- due date
- 2026-11-16
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Sophie
11% there. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($244 in total) the plan for utility arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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“Get well soon. Thought of Sophie all day after reading this. - San Jose”
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“Hope this helps. Thought of Sophie all day after reading this. - Fresno”
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praying for you, Sophie. Looking forward to the next update.
Hang in there, Sophie. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Dayton.
Sending strength. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Greetings from Pasig
Hope things get better soon, Sophie. Hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this, Sophie. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. God bless.