Assistance Programs: Lifeline
Lifeline
Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom is a participating provider in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Lifeline program, which provides eligible low-income consumers with a monthly discount on telephone or internet services of up to $15.70 per month.
Eligibility:
Lifeline is available to eligible low-income consumers who meet the program’s income-based or program-based eligibility requirements. Customers may qualify for Lifeline if they participate in certain federal assistance programs, such as:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit programs
Rules & Limitations:
- Lifeline is limited to one discount per household, whether on wireline, wireless, or broadband service.
- The service is non-transferable. Lifeline benefits may not be transferred to another person.
- Proof of eligibility is required. Customers must provide documentation to demonstrate eligibility when applying for the Lifeline program.
- Lifeline recipients must re-certify their eligibility annually. Failure to do so will result in the termination of Lifeline benefits.
How to Apply:
To apply for Lifeline, visit the Lifeline National Verifier website at www.lifelinesupport.org or call the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) at 1-800-234-9473 for assistance.
To apply for Lifeline, visit the Lifeline National Verifier website at www.lifelinesupport.org or call the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) at 1-800-234-9473 for assistance.
For more information, visit the FCC Lifeline webpage at www.fcc.gov/lifeline .
