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Keep the heating on at Clara's home in Oakland
A disconnection notice for heating arrived and Clara needs $950 before July.
🇺🇸 Oakland, California, United States1,902 views
The heating account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on July 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 $90 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through winter without heating isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home.
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 Clara's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $950 goes:
• Heating arrears: $510
• Reconnection and late fees: $195
• Down payment on a payment plan: $245
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- due date
- 2026-05-28
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Clara
Good news. Because of your gifts ($565 in total) the plan for down payment on a payment plan is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Lowell.
Sending strength. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Khon Kaen.
Sending strength, Clara. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Best of luck, Clara. I hope things turn around soon. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care
Hope it all works out, Clara. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings.
Wishing you peace, Clara. 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. Love from Valencia.
Rooting for you. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to İzmir so I could bring a meal. God bless!
A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Please keep us posted. God bless
Sending good thoughts, Clara. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless
Hope it all works out, Clara. Hope you get there. Sent it to 9 people at work.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Nijmegen but we're thinking of you
Thinking of you and your family, Clara. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.
Sending strength. Hope you get there. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best
Thanks for sharing this, Clara. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
Good luck, Clara. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Hope things get better soon, Clara. It takes guts to ask. Well done. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry
So sorry you're going through this, Clara. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together.
sending love, Clara. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Greetings from Multan
Wishing you peace. Hope this works out for you. Wish I lived closer to Austin so I could bring a meal. Love from Caloocan.
Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 5 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.
You're not alone, Clara. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
Sending good thoughts, Clara. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too
You're not alone, Clara. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.
Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 23 people at work. Greetings from San Jose.
Thanks for sharing this, Clara. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Oakland!
Take care, Clara. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'll check back for the next update
Wishing you peace, Clara. Your post was clear and honest. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Arusha.
Thanks for sharing this, Clara. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out.