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A devoted caregiver to her 11-year-old granddaughter is urgently seeking financial assistance to cover a past-due water bill of $430.86, with a deadline of June 6, 2025. The caregiver, who lives with a disability and receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI), faces limitations in accessing certain forms of local aid, including the Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC) program. Despite these financial and systemic challenges, she remains steadfast in her commitment to providing a safe and stable home for her granddaughter. She has actively reached out to multiple community organizations, including the Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, and St. Anthony, in pursuit of support. Though these efforts have not yet resulted in the assistance needed, her persistence demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and care. She is also working closely with a kinship and adoption navigator program to explore long-term resources that can strengthen the well-being of both her and the child in her care. Support toward covering this urgent utility expense would make a meaningful impact on the lives of a dedicated caregiver and the child who depends on her. Any assistance is deeply appreciated.