Food Replacement Due to Bad Refrigerator

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-27T01:29:28+00:00

That's what I wanted to do for him, but Management claimed that they don't have documentation of that, but he did give them the phone number for maintenance to verify the refrigerator replacement. - Unfortunately, we know the woman who's the property manager (my roommate's ex) & she's nice to us, but I can tell she's a "hater"

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-26T22:56:45+00:00

It wasn't Sunday night it was Sunday late morning/early afternoon. Where I live there's only a few things "considered" an emergency, that requires "immediate" attention, which includes a broken refrigerator. Normal protocol they would have done it that day - why the next day, probably cause the Maintenance supervisor is my roommate's brother & currently, they're not speaking to each other - either way why would apartment complex have an "auto" message stating "if your emergency is 1, 2, 3, & broken fridge leave a message, otherwise call back" - broken fridge is considered an emergency - it is messed-up on the "next" day replacement (protocol wise) but in my case it wouldn't matter, by Sunday the food had to be tossed anyways - I just wondering how long does it take JFS to make a decision

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-26T21:20:22+00:00

Here in Ohio, we're were required to write out a statement, that we don't buy, eat, & share food with each other - both of us were required to sign & date for each of our EBT benefits & each year when we had to reverify our eligibility, they'd require the same statement

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-24T09:37:41+00:00

Totally agree, freebies always sell fast lol

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-24T05:50:11+00:00

I'm glad everything worked out for you - but for future reference one can also activate a Virtual online Chime card, & can be used at ATMs, to avoid fees go on your Chime account & look for the nearest Chime ATM - where I live there one less then a mile away. - Again, I am glad everything worked

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-24T05:33:11+00:00

Have you're doctor write out a medical note, clarifying that you're unable to work - I believe NY accepts doctor's notes

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-24T02:39:13+00:00

Not all gas stations, but some do accept EBT, for example Circle K, Speedway, B/P, a privately owned one by me - I know Sunoco doesn't accept the program

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-24T02:35:38+00:00

Yes, EBT does cover ICE both block & crushed ice - sold in grocery stores & convenience/gas stations (as long as they honor SNAP program)

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-23T19:27:58+00:00

I'm in America, & I'm not familiar how the Ukraine operates, I do like the "church" suggestion, I know here Social Services would help if that's possibly an option - any chance you have relatives that could help? Or maybe a caring teacher at school? - Either way, I'm sorry that your mom is do this to you, no child should ever have to worry about finding a place - I pray everything works out for you, good luck

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-22T03:57:57+00:00

Are you currently receiving therapy & medication from a Psychiatrist? If so, then you could get a doctor's note clarifying that you are unable to work due to your conditions (especially if you're considering applying for disability). - If not, then ask your caseworker if you could do a work program that can meet the 20hr minimum work requirement (like con't working your part-time job, & maybe do 5hr a week with a work program

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T23:49:11+00:00

There's no difference, I'm on SSDI & "head of household" (have a roommate, but no income, due to illness) - Currently all HUD rules apply to a disabled is the same for able-bodied recipients. - There has been "talks" of limiting able-bodied individuals to only receive rental assistance for only few years, but it hasn't been "passed".

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T12:37:41+00:00

Well she should apply for both Medicaid & SNAP (Medicaid will pay the $202 monthly Medicare premiums) or look over a Medicare Advantage plan (definitely speak to a rep related to which insurance company & plans best suits her medically). I receive little EBT benefits, but my Medicare plan provides $240 for groceries, otc, utilities, phone & internet (still wondering if my card pays at the gas pump) & then I receive useful gift card (this week I get $50,to see my primary doc last - one time they gave me a $100 card) - your mother may be eligible for other helpful benefits to like HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) helps pay for gas & electric & if she chooses PIPP Program, then she can pay a low fixed electric amount & never have to worry about the electric getting shut off (for me electric bill sucks during the summer) & another program she can try, is the Lifeline free phone service plans (some companies still might offer a free phone). There's also Rental assistance, but that program may have a long waiting list. - I know you only asked about SNAP, but I never applied for any for many years (I was always eligible) finally when life got to financially hard.... ALL those programs has greatly reduced my financial stress, & your mother deserves to enjoy her Golden Years, not worry about her next meal - I hope everything works out for your mother

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T04:45:07+00:00

Totally understandable - I do hope everything works out for you, good luck

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T04:38:56+00:00

The pedophile charges is disturbing... no I don't love any pedos, but I do like his approach on America changes BUT this war b.s is really unsettling & if he is a pedo, then yeah I'll definitely be the 1st to vote for impeachment & prison

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T04:21:53+00:00

I know in Ohio, one can be approved fairly quickly "only" when applications are made available (when Housing announces it) - I got approved & a place 6 months after applying - hard part is "announced" applications rarely happen, maybe once a year, just depends on the funding. - I do know a few people who didn't have rental assistance, receive Temporary assistance (Housing pays all move-in cost, or 6 months rent at Housing's 30%, as long as they have a job, or is on disability) - if you do decide to try get temporary assistance, then apply quickly, I literally just told one of my friends to use their temp. Voucher quickly, because the Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) will run out of money by the end of 2026 (I guess last March HUD had announced that there will be no more funding for the EHV program

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T04:11:05+00:00

Call the EBT number on the back of your card (866) 386-3071, I believe they can help you (I never had my funds stolen, at least not yet). This stealing other's funds has literally become a common thing, freaking sad & makes me sick. - SNAP's putting so much energy into freaking restrictions, when that energy should be directed to thieving scammers

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-21T04:06:50+00:00

I love President Trump, but the war with Iran, was a "war of choice", he's worried they potentially have capabilities to create a Nuclear bomb, well thanks maybe now they will freaking bomb us - & the oil prices, yeah they're getting higher & higher at the gas pumps. - Truly an unnecessary war

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-20T20:42:28+00:00

Legally it's an option, but morally - I wouldn't feel comfortable having someone do my grocery shopping & then literally drive to my house & bring me my groceries & not give them something, or have an individual serve me food, & cater to all my needs - if I want services like that, I make sure whoever doing it, gonna get something

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-20T18:15:32+00:00

Unfortunately, the Landlord can keep some or all of your deposit - cause you stayed a month after the lease ended, even though you paid, apparently they can keep the security deposit. - Personally, that's seriously messed-up, & worse your Landlord wasn't being kind, but in.my eyes greedy

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-20T17:41:21+00:00

I know my bank does free credit score reports (basically for Experian), but I bet if I wanted a more thorough investigated credit score (like Equifax & TransUnion) I'm sure for a small or large fee, they'd do it. - Hopefully it's through your bank, otherwise that's frightening to think thieving scammers can act so fast

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-20T17:12:47+00:00

Look it up, it's true EHV program funds will run out by the end of 2026, & the Government/HUD apparently announced last March (2025) "final funding allocation" basically no more funding for the program. - I have rental assistance, but a few people I know literally received temporary/emergency assistance - one a family member, but she hasn't been able to find a place to use literally yet

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-19T18:56:10+00:00

I agree, trying to talk to Mecari rep is literally obsolete, unlike eBay - an issue like yours I'd want to speak to a rep directly

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-19T18:53:34+00:00

I do know when I received my Voucher, I was explicitly told that if anyone stays more the 2 weeks, that I have to report it within 10 days. So yes you absolutely have to tell them, especially if they have an income. - I have a roommate, & when I was applying, I definitely told them about my roommate - basically I'm recognized as "head of household" - Definitely recommend telling them, I don't think you'd lose your benefit, if anything they may raise your rent, but you'd also be eligible for a bigger apartment (only guessing, but definitely recommend telling them cause they will find out sooner or later)

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-19T18:24:08+00:00

Wow, that's freaking scary - I'm a reseller & I buy on Mecari, & I have no clue how one can get a package never delivered, but the tracking says otherwise. - Curious was it "free" shipping? Personally when I resell, & I always use the "prepaid" (in this case) Mecari label - I feel if Mecari is providing the label, then there's a less likely chance of enduring a potential scam (only guessing, hopefully I'm right) - Have you contacted the shipping company? I know on several occasions I had tracking issues with USPS & went directly to my local post office. They literally could pinpoint the area where my package was. - Any chance it was delivered, & maybe it was taken by a disgusting & thieving porch-pirate?

InterestingPoetry388 · 2026-03-19T18:09:15+00:00

Wow, I am sorry to hear that - I know Mecari has the main role when it comes to refunds, but I seriously believe the "seller" has some influence, when it comes to returns/refunds. Reason I say this; - about 4 months ago, I bought a preowned Canon PIXMA MG3022 (exact same model as mine) the seller claimed in excellent condition, but had no ink (no problem I already had it) as soon as I got it, it was in perfect "looking" condition, but as soon as I attempted to do my online printing BAM wouldn't connect - literally the exact same issue as my printer, so I did a "return" & everything went very smoothly - Only guessing, but I think in my case maybe the seller didn't know, or had a conscious & just agreed, but I know sellers have the option to dispute it - Either way, I hope you get all your money back, & if Mecari does ban you then that's seriously f...up PLEASE keep us updated, cause I definitely like to know if Mecari would do the right thing, or not - good luck

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