Eligible low-income residents of Georgia now have another choice in receiving a free cell phone and 250 minutes of service monthly, compliments of the federal government’s Lifeline program. This month, Assurance Wireless, a subsidiary of Virgin Mobile, has joined Safelink Wireless and ReachOut Wireless to provide these free phones in Georgia.
More than 104,000 Georgia residents are currently without a job. Assurance Wireless gives eligible customers the ability to provide a contact number and return calls to a prospective employer, which, studies show, can improve the chances of securing employment as well as provide a simple way to stay connected to family in case of emergencies.
“With more than 16.5 percent of Georgians living below the federal poverty line 2, it’s clear that the state’s economic crisis has had an impact on residents’ ability to find work and pay monthly bills,” said Gary Carter, Manager for National Partnerships for Assurance Wireless. “As a Georgia resident myself, I am excited at the prospect of helping residents here stay connected with potential employers and ultimately get back on their feet.”
You most likely qualify for a free cell phone from Assurance Wireless if you participate in Medicaid, Food Stamps/SNAP, Social Security Income (SSI), or other government aid programs, or if your household income meets certain government guidelines in your area.
Assurance Wireless is currently available in Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia. And they’ll be coming soon to other states across the country.
Source: The Street
Stephanie Stegall says
My name is Stephanie Stegall I’m trying to make sure my application went through please, it’s very important to me that I receive this phone please,. My only means of communication with family please thanks ❤️
Free Government Cell Phones says
This is an independent informational website, Stephanie. We are not affiliated with your service provider nor with any other service provider. You need to contact your service provider’s customer service team.
Dana says
I’m trying to find out what to do about my safelink phone and getting a replacement. When I first signed up I was given a cheap flip phone and then was sent something in mail saying I could upgrade to an android and I did now the phone is torn up it won’t work and I need a replacement but I don’t think they will replace it is there an email address to contact safelink so I can find out what I need to do.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Check the Safelink website, Dana. It provides several ways for you to contact the company.
Betty Cartwright says
I’m trying to find out who has me sign up with them my name is Betty Cartwright.I use to have assurance along time ago but I switched to Qlink gave me bigger phone for me to see..If you do would you take me off of yours like it suppose to be for I can get my Qlink phone back.thank you
Free Government Cell Phones says
We’re not sure what you’re asking here, Betty. But we can’t deactivate your account because this is an independent informational website, NOT a free government cell phone service provider.
Cinceria woodruff says
I have your service heard you where going out of business is this true????
Free Government Cell Phones says
If you have Assurance, Cinceria, you do not have “our” service because we’re not a free government cell phone service provider. We’re an independent website. But in answer to your question, no, Assurance is not going out of business. It is merging with Access Wireless and taking on the Access name. Here’s an article that tells you more:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/assurance-wireless-and-access-wireless-announce-merger
Samantha Bryant says
Do you get an actual phone or just phone service
Free Government Cell Phones says
Depending on the plan you choose, you get a free smart phone or a SIM card. It’s completely up to you.
felicia rowland says
how on gods green earth am I supposed to apply for a ‘free’ phone when I have absoloutlu no income what so ever I’m having to borrow a computer borrow a phone now can I please borrow a freaking application ppl have no idea how hard it is to get around homeless with no help so do me a favor please and tell me how do I apply for this free phone???????
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
It’s not always easy to get things for free, otherwise the free programs would be abused. Yes, you have to borrow a phone or a computer to contact them. I’m not sure what else you could expect the companies to do.
Joe Merchant says
I just moved to the area. I had a government phone in Tx. How can I change over to Ga? I am in the process of looking for work. Not an easy task with no transportation in the Buford Ga area, but I am trying everyday.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to have a cell phone here in Ga.
Joe Merchant
Barbara bennett says
My phone has been stolen .
FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says
Read this:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/i-lost-my-phone-how-do-i-get-a-replacement
sandra tompkins says
I am on SSI and food stamps and raising my 5 yr old grandaught with aspergers disorder
Eartha Lumzy says
I have no income need phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
Start here:
https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states
Kenneth Winters says
I would like to apply for a free minute phone.
Kimberly says
how do i sign up for free govermnet phone.
Free Government Cell Phones says
Look around, you’re on the right site.
steven gibbs says
yes i have two sets of twinns and i just lost my job
steven gibbs says
i have a three year old boy and girl and a one year old boy and girl. i need assistance on phone services
ERNESTO RIVERA says
Can you tell me who to contact in Georgia for my free cell phone? Im receiving SSI and im in the poverty level 1 with $12,000 a year. Helppp Please
Free Government Cell Phones says
Please look at the site you are on. Click “States” in the navigation menu above.
John Derek Joyner says
I am disabled and have applied for S.S. benefits . I’m now waiting on a hearing date. I have a very low budget and I thank you for any help. J. Derek Joyner
Cheryl Sutton says
Can I get one for my Dad ,he is 88 and would like for him to have one in case he needs to call his children and for emergencies?? he is on Medicaid,Can I get one for him? Thanks,Cheryl
Ashley says
My name is Ashley and i do nt have a house phone or a cell phone so when my ex leaves at night 4 wrk i am left w/ no phone @ all so if sumthin was to happen 2me or my son i could not even call for help. Me and my fiance just decided to splitand now I am going back to albany and I dont have a job n I do not know here I willeven stay i wuldb a big help to get the Obama phone so I can have a way to contact places so I c an get a job and start my life all over w/out it I will not have a phone number to give to the places That I apply for job at and w/out a nmbe for them to reach me I know i will not get thejob. It just would b such a big help if I got the obama Phone I need sum help now and I normally d not ever ask 4help Im normally so indepedant but for 1yr i have noty wrkd and i have depended on my fince 2take care of me and now I ma on m own and I reallyeed a phoe. Howdo I get it?
jo anne hester says
I am 62 years old,am on SSI. I don’t have a cell phone and when the power goes out, i cannot get in touch with anyone. I can not afford to buy a cell phone.
shae says
please help me get one cause im the only one in the faMLIY THAT DONT GAVE ONE AND IM 15 YEARS OLD PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP ME GET ONE WHAT I NEED TO DO????????????????????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
Richard Sandoval says
would like to know how to apply for a free cell phone
Free Government Cell Phones says
I think you would probably go to a site like this one.
kimberly clouthier says
how do i go about checking in on geting one of theses free phones .
Free Government Cell Phones says
You’r eon the site. Please read it.
Zackie Canty says
How do i get a free phone
shae says
yes cause i realy needs one my famliy dont have one so i really need one can you help me please get one
cassandra williams says
hey i think its so good to have a free cell phone talk and text with free mins
michelle bridges says
how do i sign up for a free government phone
French says
Go to safelink.com enter promo code….. elite100