Dear Annie, What kind of father would shut off the air conditioning to his children? I would think you would have to have a cell in case of an emergency.
If this is the only phone you have (no land line) then I would guess he would be required to do so. I would at least ask your attorney. It sounds like this is not very cooperative situation your in. I hope he will learn to put HIS children first.
What man would leave his children without AC and then his family without a phone? It's obviously about control and not money. Do you have to let him have access to the house where he can flip switches and that sort of thing? I don't know the legalities of the cell phone, but if it isn't included in the court order I would get it added. Good luck, let us know how it goes.