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What to know
Lifeline is a federal program that provides up to $9.25 monthly off phone or internet service. Important details • To get the Lifeline discount: • Check if your current phone or internet company offers Lifeline, or • Switch to a phone or internet provider that does • Your Lifeline eligibility will be checked automatically every year after you enroll. • Each household can receive one Lifeline discount for either internet or phone service, depending on what your service provider offers. How to apply Apply Online • Complete the online application . • Once approved for Lifeline, enroll with a participating phone or internet company in-store, online, or by phone. Apply by Mail • Print and complete an application in English or Spanish . Mail in your application with documents to prove your eligibility. • Once approved for Lifeline, enroll with a participating phone or internet company in-store, online, or by phone. By phone Ask your phone or internet company if they offer Lifeline or contact a company in your area that offers Lifeline. What you may need You will need a social security number (SSN) to apply. You will also need to give proof of income or proof of program participation . How to get help Visit the Lifeline website lifelinesupport.org Call Lifeline Call 800-234-9473 for questions about your application or to have an application mailed to you. Email Lifeline Email LifelineSupport@usac.org for questions about your application or to have an application mailed to you.
Hours, eligibility, and availability can change. The official provider or program source has the latest information.
Eligibility
You're eligible for Lifeline if you answer yes to either question: • Does someone in your household receive: • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) • Medicaid • Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) • Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit • Does your household income meet these requirements? Household size Maximum yearly income 1 $21,128 2 $28,553 3 $35,978 4 $43,403 5 $50,828 6 $58,253 7 $65,678 8 $73,103 For each additional person: +$7,425
Weekly hours
No dependable weekly hours are published here. Use the exact schedule in the description or official source and confirm before traveling or calling.