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Heating shut-off notice: help Carmen pay $800
Help Carmen cover an overdue heating bill so the household stays safe this summer.
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The heating account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on July unless I pay $800. I have never been late before March's medical emergency.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $110 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through summer without heating isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
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 Carmen's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $800 goes:
• Utility arrears: $420
• Reconnection and late fees: $75
• Down payment on a payment plan: $305
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Carmen
- due date
- 2026-06-06
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Carmen
Quick update: $646 raised so far (81%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of San Diego.
So sorry you're going through this, Carmen. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Limerick
thinking of you and your family. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. My husband and I read this together.