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Keep a roof over Serena's head in Catania
A final eviction notice arrived last week. Serena needs $2,000 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Catania.
🇮🇹 95192, Catania, Sicily, Italy1,912 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 12 weeks, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Friday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,000.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave.
I've 3 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,000 goes:
• Rent arrears (5 months): $1,750
• Utilities in arrears: $145
• Late fees and court costs: $105
With deep gratitude,
Serena
- due date
- 2026-06-22
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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good luck, Serena. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Nuremberg
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Catania.
Thank you. If you're in Catania I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Ask me anything else.
Stay strong, Serena. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. All the best.
Sending love, Serena. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best!
Thinking of you and your family. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
So sorry you're going through this, Serena. Shared this with my family.