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Keep the electricity and water on at Stephanie's home in Los Angeles

A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Stephanie needs $950 before June.

🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States807 views
Stephanie R. Hicks
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Los Angeles
The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on June unless I pay $950. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $135 first, which I don't have. I live with a newborn, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. 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 Stephanie's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $950 goes: • Electricity arrears: $570 • Reconnection and late fees: $145 • Down payment on a payment plan: $235 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-06-24
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Stephanie

  1. We're at 61% thanks to 10 of you. the plan for electricity arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

  2. Small update. $302 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  3. Small update. $135 so far, I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.

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    “Sending love. Thought of Stephanie all day after reading this. - Rawalpindi”

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    “Best of luck. My cousin told me about this one. - Bengaluru”

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    “Hope it all works out. I'm in Suwon, thinking of you.”

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    “Stay strong. Been where you are, it gets better. - Brooklyn”

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    “Thinking of you. Thought of Stephanie all day after reading this.”

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  • Serenity Wang

    Hang in there. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in London donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from London

    • Samuel Omondi MugishaPhoto verified

      hang in there, Stephanie. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

      • İpek Seda Yılmaz

        hope things get better soon, Stephanie. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes

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