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Keep the electricity and water on at Irene's home in San Jose
A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Irene needs $900 before February.
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The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on February unless I pay $900. I have never been late before an unexpected car repair.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $195 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through summer without electricity and water 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 Irene's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $900 goes:
• Gas arrears: $480
• Reconnection and late fees: $75
• Down payment on a payment plan: $345
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-03-20
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Irene
Quick update: $538 raised so far (60%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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hope it all works out, Irene. Hope you get there. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Thinking of San Jose.
Sending good thoughts. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I hope February is when things finally get easier. God bless.
So sorry you're going through this, Irene. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Blessings.
thinking of you and your family. It takes guts to ask. Well done. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I hope February is when things finally get easier. Thinking of San Jose.
hang in there, Irene. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from İzmir.
Sending love, Irene. I hope things turn around soon.