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Keep the electricity on at Si-woo's home in Mapo
Si-woo is behind on electricity bills after July's medical emergency and needs $400 to avoid a shut-off.
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The electricity account is 4 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $400. I have never been late before July's medical emergency.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $80 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through the rainy season without electricity 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.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $400 goes:
• Utility arrears: $220
• Reconnection and late fees: $95
• Down payment on a payment plan: $85
Thank you so much.
- Si-woo
- due date
- 2025-10-31
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Si-woo
Good news. Because of your gifts ($264 in total) I made the first payment toward utility arrears. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Mapo
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't give up. Thinking of Mapo.
Rooting for you, Si-woo. Shared this with my family. God bless
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Put this on a community board in Edinburgh this morning.
So sorry you're going through this, Si-woo. This could happen to any of us
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Sent it to 37 people at work. Take care.
Rooting for you. I hope things turn around soon. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best.
Good luck, Si-woo. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
keep going, Si-woo. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
Hang in there, Si-woo. I hope things turn around soon. God bless
Take care, Si-woo. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
take care. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too!
Thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Madurai but we're thinking of you.
Sending strength. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Love from Tlaquepaque.
Hope things get better soon, Si-woo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
hope things get better soon, Si-woo. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best.