Telephone service has evolved a great deal over the years and has become an integral part of all of our lives. Whether it is traditional telephone service or increasingly wireless telephone service, staying connected to family, friends, clients, co-workers and others is important.

Today, many Kentuckians are facing financial hardships as a result of the downturn in the economy. Many older Kentuckians are on fixed incomes and there are also many families who have lost jobs or income who for the first time face financial challenges. For many low income Kentuckians, there is help to stay connected through programs known as Lifeline and Link-up.

The qualifications for Link-up and Lifeline are the same. You can qualify if you presently receive Food Stamps, Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). You may also qualify if you receive Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), National Free School Lunch or live in Federal Public Housing/Section 8.

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