Low Income Assistance

Lifeline assistance lowers the cost of basic monthly local telephone service. Eligible consumers will receive a $9.25 discount on Broadband minimum service standards and $5.25 for voice-only service. Lifeline services is limited to one line per household at the customer’s primary residence.

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How do I know whether I am eligible?

• Lifeline Application and guidelines

  • Or call our office at 846-7200 or 800-235-6565

• Participation in Lifeline support depends on eligibility. Consumers must either have an income that is at or below 135% of the federal Poverty Guidelines or participate in one of the following assistance programs:

• Medicaid

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps or SNAP)

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI) (Not the same as Social Security Benefits)

• Federal Public House Assistance (FPHA)

• Veteran Pension & Survivors Benefits Programs

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