Which utilities are those? Electric and gas utilities will absolutely cut off customers who are several months in arrears. Although some areas restrict cut-offs during cold weather. Water utilities usually won't cut off service completely but will install a flow restricted that will allow you just enough water to live.
Most areas also have some kind of rate assistance or subsidy program for low income utility customers. But they still have to pay.
Most areas also have some kind of rate assistance or subsidy program for low income utility customers. But they still have to pay.