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Keep a roof over Özlem's head in Ankara
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Özlem needs $850 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Ankara.
🇹🇷 Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye807 views
After a sudden layoff at the bakery, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $850.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave.
I have a teenager still in school 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.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $850 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $200
• Rent arrears (2 months): $560
• Utilities in arrears: $90
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Özlem
- due date
- 2026-07-18
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Özlem
Update from Ankara: I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. We're at 5% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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