LIFELINE DISCOUNT
Lifeline service is intended to assist in making telephone service affordable for all residential customers. In order to be eligible for the discount, the applicant must set income criteria. In New York State, individuals must be income eligible to receive assistance through one of the following programs:
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Medicaid
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
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Federal Public Housing Assistance
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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
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National School Lunch Program's free lunch program
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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
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Veterans Disability Pension
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Veterans Surviving Spouse Pension
For more information on Lifeline, please contact the MTC Business Office at 845-586-3311.