Well, it's easier to take a burrito to the stove than a load of laundry to the laundromat...
I went through something like this a couple years ago, when I had to replace the hot water heater, the bathtub, and something else, all in one month. Had a bit more reserve then, tho.
There's a scratch-n-dent / appliance repair place just a short walk from here (work). I'll stop by there and see if they can help.