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Telephone Assistance: Lifeline and Link Up Programs
Programs through Cox Communications and Verizon provide a discount on monthly local telephone bills and help reduce the cost of initiating telephone service. Discounts vary by company, but are approximately $8 - 13/month from a telephone bill and up to 50% off the cost of installation.

Who Qualifies?
•  Individuals or families receiving any of the following benefits: Cash assistance, SSI, GPA, Medical Assistance/RIte Care, SNAP, LIHEAP or RIPAE (only if qualify for 60% discount).

How to Apply
Call the phone company directly. For Cox Communications, call (401) 383-2000 or click here to go to their website. For Verizon, call 1-800-483-2000 or click here to go to their website.

For more information contact Life Line Support, click here to go to their website. 


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