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Keep the gas on at Sebastián's home in Oakland
Sebastián is behind on gas bills after a reduction in hours and needs $650 to avoid a shut-off.
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The gas account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless I pay $650. I have never been late before a reduction in hours.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $170 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through winter without gas 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.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $650 goes:
• Water arrears: $490
• Reconnection and late fees: $75
• Down payment on a payment plan: $85
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Sebastián
- due date
- 2026-10-12
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Best of luck. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Oakland.
Thinking of you, Sebastián. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better
Thinking of you, Sebastián. Hope you get there. Greetings from Quezon City.
Wishing you peace. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Lagos.
Praying for you, Sebastián. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.
Thanks for sharing this. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Jakarta.
good luck, Sebastián. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Oakland