Stay Connected with Oregon Lifeline
Posted on April 30, 2024 by Abbey Parnall
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
For many Oregonians, finding help paying for utilities can be difficult, especially for things like internet and phone bills. This is where the Oregon Lifeline comes in–with internet service now being more necessary than ever, Oregon Lifeline is vital in helping low-income families stay connected.
What is Oregon Lifeline?
Oregon Lifeline is a federal and state government program that provides a monthly discount on phone or broadband service for qualifying low-income Oregon households.
You can:
- Receive a discount on your phone bill of up to $15.25 per month;
- Receive a discount on your broadband bill of up to $19.25 per month; or
- Receive free cell phone and data service
Whether it’s for keeping in touch with family, searching for jobs online, or simply browsing the web, Oregon Lifeline helps you stay connected.
Who Can Benefit?
If you’re having trouble managing the costs of your phone or internet bills and meet certain income guidelines, you may be eligible.
If you or someone in your household already accesses public benefits such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Medicaid, you already qualify and will need no documentation when you apply!
How to Access Oregon Lifeline
Accessing the Oregon Lifeline program is easy! Here’s what you’ll need to do:
Check Your Eligibility: First, you need to find out if you qualify. You can do this by visiting the Oregon Lifeline website or giving them a call. They will ask questions to determine your eligibility.
Gather Your Documents: You’ll need some paperwork to prove that you qualify. This might include documents showing your income or that you’re part of another assistance program.
Apply: Once you have all your documents ready, you can apply either online, by mail, or over the phone.
Get Connected: After your application is approved, you’ll start receiving the Lifeline benefit. This means a discount on your monthly phone or internet bill, making it more manageable to keep those services running.
Staying in the Program
To keep getting your Lifeline benefit, you’ll need to confirm every year that you still qualify. This is called recertification. The Lifeline program will remind you when it’s time to do this, so you won’t forget.
Stay Connected with Oregon Lifeline
The Oregon Lifeline Program is a fantastic way for eligible Oregonians to make sure they can afford their phone and internet services. Staying connected is vital, now more than ever!
If you think this program could help you or someone you know, check it out and take the steps to apply.
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04/30/24 | 0 Comments | Stay Connected with Oregon Lifeline