Tag: free phone for seniors on medicare

The cost of a mobile or phone service can be prohibitively expensive for many low-income American seniors. And keeping in touch with family and loved ones these days requires having a cell phone. It’s even more important for seniors who may need help at any time. Fortunately, there is a program from the government: “Free government phone service.” We’ll learn how to get free cell phones for seniors on Medicare in this tag.

In general, Medicare recipients who are also eligible for government benefit programs such as Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program can get a free phone (ACP).

  • The FCC’s permanent Lifeline program reduces the monthly cost of phone and internet service.
  • The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new government initiative that provides additional funding to help low-income households afford broadband.