California Lifeline

CALIFORNIA LIFELINE • GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Stay connected for less — or for free.

If you or someone in your home gets help from programs like Medi-Cal, CalFresh, or SSI, you may qualify for a free or heavily discounted phone and internet through California Lifeline. We help you apply — no fees, no pressure, in your language.

Call 1-888-570-6783 See if you qualify

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What you get with California Lifeline

Real savings — sometimes no cost at all — on services your family needs every day.

Free or low-cost phone

A working home phone or cell phone, with unlimited talk and text. Many qualifying households pay nothing each month.

Discount on internet

A monthly discount on home internet service. Keep the kids in school, stay in touch with family, and do what you need to do online.

Help in your language

English, Spanish, Armenian, Russian, Farsi, and Arabic. A real person walks you through every step — at no cost to you.

TWO EASY WAYS TO QUALIFY

Do you qualify?

Most people qualify through a government program they already have. If not, income alone may also qualify your household.

WAY 1

You’re already in a government program

If anyone in your household is in one of these, you qualify:

  • Medi-Cal
  • CalFresh (SNAP / food stamps)
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • CalWORKs / Tribal TANF
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance
  • Veterans & Survivors Pension
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
  • National School Lunch (free meals)
  • Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
WAY 2

Your household income is below the limit

Not in a program above? You may still qualify based on your total household income. Income limits change each year and go up with household size.

Not sure where you fall? Call us — we’ll check for you over the phone, in plain language, and tell you in minutes.

Call 1-888-570-6783

Calls are free. No sales pressure. We help you check, even if you don’t enroll with us.

How to apply in 3 easy steps

It usually takes about 10 minutes. We do most of the paperwork for you.

  1. Tell us a little about yourself

    Your name, address, and the program that qualifies you. You can do this by phone, online, or in person — whatever’s easiest.

  2. Send proof (we help you)

    A program card, benefits letter, or pay stub. We’ll tell you exactly what works. You can email, text a photo, or drop it off.

  3. Get connected

    Once approved, your discount starts right away. If you need a new phone or SIM, we’ll get one to you.

APPLY ONLINE

We’ll call you back.

Just give us your name and phone number. A real person will call you back, in your language, and walk you through every step. It takes about 10 minutes.

  • No cost to apply
  • No sales pressure
  • We keep your information private
  • Help in 6 languages

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    We speak your language

    Free enrollment help is available in:

    • English
    • Español (Spanish)
    • Հայերեն (Armenian)
    • Русский (Russian)
    • فارسی (Farsi)
    • العربية (Arabic)

    Common questions

    Is it really free?

    Yes — many households pay nothing for phone service through California Lifeline. Some still pay a small amount depending on the plan and household, but the savings are real and the help applying is always free.

    How long does it take to get enrolled?

    About 10 minutes to apply, then a few days for the state to confirm your eligibility. If everything checks out, your discount starts right away. If something’s missing, we call you and help fix it.

    Can I keep my phone number?

    Yes. If you already have a number you want to keep, we’ll port it over for you at no cost. You won’t miss calls from family, your doctor, or anyone else important.

    What happens next year?

    California Lifeline renews every year. We’ll remind you when it’s time and help you re-certify, so your benefit never lapses. You don’t have to track dates — that’s our job.

    What if I’m not sure I qualify?

    Call us. We’ll check for you — no paperwork, no sign-up, no pressure. If you qualify, great. If you don’t, we’ll point you to other programs that might help.

    Ready to apply? We’ll help you.

    Pick whichever is easiest for you. Every path is free and takes about 10 minutes.

    Call us 1-888-570-6783
    Apply online Short form — we call you back
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