Lifeline Phone Provider

How to Access Free Phones for Seniors: A Detailed Guide

Posted on February 2, 2024

Are you a senior looking to keep in touch with your loved ones and access necessary services, all without stretching your budget too thin?  Managing phone service costs can be challenging, especially when you’re on a fixed income or trying to prioritize your expenses wisely. With phone bills often including phone and service costs and […]

Lifeline National Verifier Program Explained

Posted on July 7, 2023

With the rising cost of living, American families find it increasingly difficult to afford their utility bills, including phone service. Having the opportunity to connect to jobs, healthcare, family, and emergency services is vital for the low-income families that aren’t able to afford it. Luckily, the Universal Service Fund assists eligible participants across the U.S. (including Tribal […]

What is the Lifeline Assistance Program for Cell Phones?

Posted on July 7, 2020

It’s undeniable. Technology is the future, and cell phones are at the epicenter of technology. The most modern cell phones on the market today provide many options for keeping in touch with those who matter the most to you. However, each newer model of phone is more costly than the last, and the data plans […]

How to Switch Lifeline Providers | Assist Wireless

Posted on December 12, 2019

“Can I switch government phone companies?” This is a common question and we’re here to help. Yes, you can switch phone or internet companies at any time. You might not know this, but those who receive a free smartphone can switch providers. Consumers have all sorts of reasons for wanting to make a Lifeline provider […]

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