Carla M (Arizona):

My utilities are due to shut off. 3 months ago the VA shorted my disability check by $700 and we’ve been behind on all of our bills ever since. On top of that, my husband’s hours got cut from 30 hours a week to 18 which happens a lot in Arizona in the summer time. In the summer, is our electric bill almost triples due to the 100-118 degree heat. We have had a hard time meeting our basic needs. We disconnected our cable which could be considered a luxury item. We have $21 left on our electric meter which will only last about 2 to 3 days. We have no cash, no credit cards and no one that can help us with electricity. I have severe asthma and I won’t do well with no air conditioning in this heat. We really need help with our electric bill. Arizona in this area uses Salt River Project for electricity and we are on a prepaid meter plan. When the money runs out of our prepaid meter, the electricity goes off.

Notes from Crusaders:

We are going to pay to keep her power on until her disability check comes on the first. Please donate or share this Veterans story on your social media platforms. Tracey Nazarenus President Crusaders Valor For Veterans 303-324-7096