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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Pamela's family in Wollongong

A sudden layoff left Pamela short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

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Pamela J. Dean
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Wollongong
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,100. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working two part-time jobs, and I'm 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 $3,100 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $520 • Rent arrears (4 months): $2,250 • Utilities in arrears: $330 I hope life is good to you.
due date
2026-10-24
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Pamela

  1. We're at 41% thanks to 23 of you. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. More news soon.

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    Practical and effective help

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Omolara Chioma Adebayo

    Wishing you peace. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Wish I lived closer to Kasarani so I could bring a meal

    • Mateo B. Espinoza

      Wishing you peace, Pamela. Hope this works out for you.

      • Hadley K. Bennett

        I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care

        • Mousumi Jannat Das

          Good luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Put this on a community board in Casablanca this morning.

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