Internet

How Do I Optimize My Phone? Tips and Tricks for Android 

Posted on June 6, 2024

Optimizing your phone is like giving it a fresh start. Over time, your smartphone tends to slow down, run out of space, or drain its batteries too quickly. This can be frustrating, especially when you rely on your device for much of your daily life.  Fortunately, with a few simple tweaks, you can boost your […]

How To Get Better Cellular Data

Posted on April 4, 2024

How To Get Better Cellular Data  We’ve all been there. You pick up your phone, ready to enjoy some videos, or quickly look up a question that’s been bugging you, only to find that your internet speed is so slow that nothing wants to load.  The culprit? Your cellphone signal.  If you have data and […]

What is a Data Plan? A Complete Guide

Posted on March 3, 2024

What is a Data Plan? How to Determine Your Data Needs With an estimated 17 billion mobile devices globally, to say every person needs data is an understatement. Data allows us to access the internet, make data calls, stream our favorite songs and videos, and work. However, not all data plans are created equal or […]

The Ultimate Guide to Internet Service for SSI Recipients

Posted on February 2, 2024

Free Internet Service for SSI Recipients Internet service for SSI recipients has become indispensable for managing daily activities as numerous essential services have moved online. Whether you’re trying to access banking services or book a medical appointment, you’ll most likely be expected to do it online. Unfortunately, many Internet services are expensive. That’s why there’s […]

Who Qualifies For Internet Subsidies? A Complete Guide to Affordable Internet

Posted on November 11, 2023

Is your family in need of free or affordable internet? If so, you may ask, “How do I qualify for free internet?” Depending on your financial status, you may be among many Americans qualifying for less expensive or free internet for low-income families. A federal initiative passed by Congress provides a program for broadband assistance […]

What is Broadband Internet?

Posted on October 10, 2023

Modern life means being connected to the internet. You need reliable connections to work, communicate, entertain, and access information effectively. To truly get what you need, you have to have access to broadband internet. So what is broadband, and why does it matter? This guide reviews the broadband definition, how it enables internet access, and […]

Lifeline Program

Due to sharing many of the same eligibility requirements those currently enrolled in the lifeline program may qualify for The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) also.

Medicaid / Medi-Cal

Program Approval Letter, Benefit Statement, or Verification of Coverage Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Address of the beneficiary, and
  • Date of the award

OR

Eligibility Screenshot or printout from an online portal or website tool, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary
  • Medical Identification number, OR
  • Case number,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status

Federal Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans & Survivors Pension Benefit

Pension Grant Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Participant’s name
  • Address
  • A decision about the participant’s monthly entitlement amount
  • Payment start date

Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)

FPHA award letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program,
  • Date of the award,
  • Name of the beneficiary, and
  • Award amount.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Approval Letter or Benefit Statement issued by the SSA, or on SSA letterhead.

  • Consumer’s name
  • Date
  • Eligibility Date
  • Claim number OR Other consumer identification number
  • Payment amount

SNAP / Food Stamps / CalFresh

Program Approval Letter, Benefit Statement, or Verification of Coverage Letter, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status

OR

Eligibility Screenshot or printout from an online portal or website tool, should contain the following basic information:

  • Name of the program or state equivalent,
  • Name of the beneficiary,
  • Case number,
  • Eligibility dates, OR
  • Current participation status