What are Link-Up & Lifeline?
-Up is a federal/state program that helps eligible households reduce the cost of installing telephone service. This program pays some of the cost of connecting local telephone service to your home or activating service. Lifeline is a federal/state program that offers eligible consumers a discount on their monthly local telephone bill. The Lifeline Assistance Program allows individuals and families a discount on monthly service charges for basic telephone services. This program is made available to those who meet certain eligibility requirements.
