Help Mariana with an overdue electricity and water bill before the cold months

The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. Mariana received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless $550 is paid. She had never been late before August's medical emergency. Mariana called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $130 first, which isn't available. The household includes a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Mariana is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Mariana's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $550 goes: • Heating arrears: $280 • Reconnection and late fees: $80 • Down payment on a payment plan: $190 Thanks for being kind about this. - Silvia