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Electricity and water shut-off notice: help Maria pay $550
Maria is behind on electricity and water bills after November's medical emergency and needs $550 to avoid a shut-off.
🇺🇸 Cleveland, Ohio, United States730 views
The electricity and water account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on February unless I pay $550. I have never been late before November's medical emergency.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $95 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through the cold months 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.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $550 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $270
• Reconnection and late fees: $150
• Down payment on a payment plan: $130
Thank you for reading my story.
- due date
- 2026-02-05
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Thinking of you, Maria. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 18 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything.