際際滷

際際滷Share a Scribd company logo

TWC_Mobile_Final

I
ideaworks

Nearly half a million low-income Alabama residents could gain access to free cellular service through a new program launched by T-Wire. T-Wire is offering free phones and service through the federal Lifeline program to Alabama residents who meet income thresholds or are enrolled in programs like SNAP, Medicaid or Section 8 housing. While over 680,000 Alabama residents are eligible for Lifeline assistance, less than a third participate. T-Wire aims to increase participation by raising awareness of the program, which provides important connectivity for employment, medical care, family and emergency services.

1 of 2
Download to read offline
[News Release] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Terry Strickland, Ideaw旦rks Director of Content Strategy 850.434.9095 terrys@ideaworks.co Nearly half-million low-income Alabama residents could gain free cellular service through new program Mobile, Ala. (July 6, 2016) Nearly half a million low-income Alabama residents could gain access to cellular phone service through a new program launching this month. T-Wire, based in Pensacola, Fla., is offering free phones and cellular service to eligible Alabama consumers through the federal Lifeline program. A resident may qualify by meeting income thresholds or through enrollment in one of several social service programs, including SNAP, Medicaid and Section 8 housing assistance. Some 683,000 Alabamians are eligible to receive assistance through the Lifeline program, but less than a third actually take advantage of the program. Many, if not most, Alabama residents who qualify for the Lifeline program dont even know it exists, T-Wire founder and Alabama native Caron Sj旦berg said. Through Lifeline, low-income citizens are able to be connected to employment opportunities, medical appointments, loved ones, transportation and emergency services. Thats why the program was created. Lifeline was established in 1985 as a universal service program that fulfills Congresss mandate to ensure the availability of communications to all Americans. T-Wire, a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC), is approved by the Alabama Public Service Commission and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to offer Lifeline phone service in Alabama to qualified low-income individuals.
T-WIRE PAGE TWO Lifeline is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), a not-for-profit corporation designated by the FCC. Millions of Americans have been helped through Lifeline since it was created. Still, Sj旦berg said, far too many were slipping through the cracks. This program is for the low-income veterans, senior citizens, families, single parents and individuals who need a phone but just cannot afford another monthly bill, Sj旦berg said. There are restrictions to the service. For example, only one Lifeline account is allowed per household, and individuals must show proof of benefits or income to enroll. T-Wires Lifeline package includes a free cell phone and a bundle of 250 talk minutes and texts each month. Those who are interested in learning more about the Lifeline program for themselves or someone else can contact T-Wire by calling 844-894-7326 or visiting mytwire.com. About T-Wire: T-Wire is a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier authorized by the state and federal governments to offer subsidized phone service through the federal Lifeline program. The company based in Pensacola, Fla. exists to ensure that all Alabamians have access to lifesaving cellular service. Visit www.mytwire.com to learn more. About Lifeline: Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services. In 2005, Lifeline discounts were made available to qualifying low-income consumers on pre-paid wireless service plans in addition to traditional landline service. The Lifeline program is available to eligible low-income consumers in every state, territory, commonwealth, and on Tribal lands. Consumers with proper proof of eligibility may be qualified to enroll. For more information, visit the FCCs Lifeline page. About USAC: The Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) is an independent, not-for-profit corporation designated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as the administrator of universal service. USAC works to protect the integrity of universal service through informing and educating program audiences, collecting and distributing contributions, and promoting program compliance. Its Lifeline Program provides support to telecommunications companies that in turn offer discounts to eligible consumers. For more information, visit the USAC website.

More Related Content

TWC_Mobile_Final

  • 1. [News Release] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Terry Strickland, Ideaw旦rks Director of Content Strategy 850.434.9095 terrys@ideaworks.co Nearly half-million low-income Alabama residents could gain free cellular service through new program Mobile, Ala. (July 6, 2016) Nearly half a million low-income Alabama residents could gain access to cellular phone service through a new program launching this month. T-Wire, based in Pensacola, Fla., is offering free phones and cellular service to eligible Alabama consumers through the federal Lifeline program. A resident may qualify by meeting income thresholds or through enrollment in one of several social service programs, including SNAP, Medicaid and Section 8 housing assistance. Some 683,000 Alabamians are eligible to receive assistance through the Lifeline program, but less than a third actually take advantage of the program. Many, if not most, Alabama residents who qualify for the Lifeline program dont even know it exists, T-Wire founder and Alabama native Caron Sj旦berg said. Through Lifeline, low-income citizens are able to be connected to employment opportunities, medical appointments, loved ones, transportation and emergency services. Thats why the program was created. Lifeline was established in 1985 as a universal service program that fulfills Congresss mandate to ensure the availability of communications to all Americans. T-Wire, a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC), is approved by the Alabama Public Service Commission and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to offer Lifeline phone service in Alabama to qualified low-income individuals.
  • 2. T-WIRE PAGE TWO Lifeline is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), a not-for-profit corporation designated by the FCC. Millions of Americans have been helped through Lifeline since it was created. Still, Sj旦berg said, far too many were slipping through the cracks. This program is for the low-income veterans, senior citizens, families, single parents and individuals who need a phone but just cannot afford another monthly bill, Sj旦berg said. There are restrictions to the service. For example, only one Lifeline account is allowed per household, and individuals must show proof of benefits or income to enroll. T-Wires Lifeline package includes a free cell phone and a bundle of 250 talk minutes and texts each month. Those who are interested in learning more about the Lifeline program for themselves or someone else can contact T-Wire by calling 844-894-7326 or visiting mytwire.com. About T-Wire: T-Wire is a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier authorized by the state and federal governments to offer subsidized phone service through the federal Lifeline program. The company based in Pensacola, Fla. exists to ensure that all Alabamians have access to lifesaving cellular service. Visit www.mytwire.com to learn more. About Lifeline: Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services. In 2005, Lifeline discounts were made available to qualifying low-income consumers on pre-paid wireless service plans in addition to traditional landline service. The Lifeline program is available to eligible low-income consumers in every state, territory, commonwealth, and on Tribal lands. Consumers with proper proof of eligibility may be qualified to enroll. For more information, visit the FCCs Lifeline page. About USAC: The Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) is an independent, not-for-profit corporation designated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as the administrator of universal service. USAC works to protect the integrity of universal service through informing and educating program audiences, collecting and distributing contributions, and promoting program compliance. Its Lifeline Program provides support to telecommunications companies that in turn offer discounts to eligible consumers. For more information, visit the USAC website.