Ochieng received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

Following a long illness in the family, Ochieng fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $750. The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, the family must leave. There are 1 children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. Ochieng has started working night deliveries, and is applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $750 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $520 • Late fees and court costs: $30 • Utilities in arrears: $45 • First month of rent as a buffer: $155 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Esther