Sofia A.

What is Broadband Internet?

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…

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Sofia A.

Lifeline National Verifier Program Explained

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…

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Sofia A.

SNAP Income Guidelines for Free Phone Services and Lifeline

SNAP Income Guidelines: ​​Use SNAP Benefits to Receive Free Phone Services and Lifeline Qualifying for food stamps helps you and your family buy nutritious food with support from the federal…

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Chelsea Boylan

The Food Stamp Recipient’s Guide to Getting a Free Smartphone

You know the drill—another month, another hefty cell phone bill. Are you able to afford this monthly expense, or are you considering having to cut off your cell service in…

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Chelsea Boylan

Free Cell Phone for Low Income Families—A Complete Guide

Is your family in need of a free or more affordable cell phone and data plan? If so, you’re not alone! Families and individuals across the country are still navigating…

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Chelsea Boylan

How to Qualify for a Free Phone in Oklahoma

Do you wish you had a cell phone, but simply can’t find the extra cash to pay for one? If so, you’re not alone—and thanks to the Assist Wireless and…

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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