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How do I apply for LifeLine?

You should contact your local telephone company to get an application.
  • BellSouth customers should call (888) 757-6500
  • Nextel Partners customers should call (888) 566-6411 or email lifeline@nextelparners.com
  • Alltel customers can visit their nearest Alltel retail store
What do I Need to Bring?
Proof that you get one of the following benefits:
  • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
  • Food Stamps
  • Medicaid or SSI
  • Senior citizen local gas discount plan
  • Federal Public Housing Authority (FPHA)
  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
You may also be asked to provide:
  • Proof of Social Security number
  • Proof of age
The Needed Documents section lists all the forms and documents you can use to apply for this benefit.


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