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Keep a roof over Doris's head in Los Angeles

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Doris needs $2,450 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Los Angeles.

🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States1,796 views
Doris Graham
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Los Angeles
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,450. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I have two young children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working night deliveries, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $2,450 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $260 • First month of rent as a buffer: $660 • Rent arrears (2 months): $1,530 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-11-16
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Doris

  1. We're at 19% thanks to 17 of you. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. More news soon.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($314 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Puja Sharmila Sheikh

    Sending strength, Doris. Shared it with a few friends. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you

    • Sadie R. Owens

      Wishing you the best, Doris. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care.

      • Wiktor Jerzy Adamczyk

        Sending love, Doris. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

        • James M. BellAddress verified

          Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Oakland.

          • Dante S. Ramos

            Hang in there. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

            • Ikenna Gbenga Quadri

              Good luck, Doris. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

              • Lata L. Agarwal

                thinking of you, Doris. Looking forward to the next update. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.

                • Ika Ika Nasution

                  Looking forward to the next update. Love from Glasgow

                  • Eli Yoav Ohana

                    Thinking of you and your family, Doris. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My husband and I read this together. Love from São Paulo.

                    • Patrick Kwaku Tawiah

                      Sending strength, Doris. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps.

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