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Assist Wireless Government Cell Phones

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NOTICE: Thanks to the new Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), you can now get Unlimited Data AND a free government cell phone at the same time. For more info, click here

Assist Wireless Lifeline plans offers free government cell phone service in four states — Oklahoma, Arkansas, Maryland, and Missouri. As we said above, plans vary by state, so check out what’s available below.

When you enroll with Assist Wireless, you get a free smartphone plus free voicemail, caller ID, call waiting, call forwarding, 3-way calling and domestic long distance based on the availability provided by the underlying carrier.

Assist stands out from all the other Lifeline service providers because it has brick and mortar stores where you can enroll in the plan of your choice and/or upgrade your plan for free. It’s not just one or two stores, either. Assist has 29 stores for your shopping pleasure.

Here are what Assist’s Lifeline Here are what ACP Plans look like in the states it serves:

Arkansas

Lifeline + ACP Plan

  • Free smartphone
  • Unlimited talk
  • Unlimited text
  • 10GB Data*

Maryland

Lifeline + ACP Plan

  • Free smartphone
  • Unlimited talk
  • Unlimited text
  • 12GB Data*

In addition to the very generous plan above, Assist also offers Maryland residents what is, perhaps, the worst plan available in the United States. Please, take our advice: Never sign up for this plan when so many better plans are readily available from Assist and from its competitors.

Lifeline Only

  • 50 talk minutes
  • 50 texts
  • 4.5GB data

Missouri

Lifeline + ACP Plan

  • Free smartphone
  • Unlimited talk
  • Unlimited text
  • 10GB Data*

Oklahoma

Lifeline + ACP Plan

  • Free smartphone
  • Unlimited talk
  • Unlimited text
  • 10GB Data*

Top-Up Plans

We don’t mind admitting that the “Refill” section of Assist’s website leaves us with more questions than answers. All but one of the company’s plans offer unlimited talk and text so there should never be a need to top-up on those functions. That leaves only that horrible plan in Maryland that we noted above. It’s such a horrible plan that no one should ever sign up for it. No one.

Oh, well, Assist shows these top-up plans on its website so we will show them, too.

Talk Refills

  • 100 minutes for just $4
  • 400 minutes for just $8
  • 1000 minutes for just $15

Data Refills

  • 100MB for just $4
  • 500MB for just $12
  • 1GB for just $15

Text Refills

  • 1000 texts for just $5
  • 2000 texts for just $8
  • 4000 texts for just $12

ACP Device Discount
The good news isn’t done yet. When you enroll in an ACP plan, you get a one-time discount of up to $100 on a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer. Depending on which one you choose, you will get your device for a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50. That’s what we call a bargain.

How to Qualify for Assist Wireless

You probably qualify if:

(1) You already participate in another State or Federal assistance program such as food stamps, public housing, or Medicaid (and others). Each state page on our site has the eligibility criteria.

OR

(2) Your household income is at or below 135% to 150% of the poverty level according to your state and/or the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

* See Federal Poverty Guidelines

Qualifying for the ACP discounts is even easier. The program participation with which you an qualify are almost identical, but the income eligibility is much more lenient. You can qualify as long as you make less than 200% of the Federal poverty guideline numbers.

Be Sure to Compare Assist Wireless with Other Options in Your State

This is just one of the many Lifeline Cell Phone providers in your state. Some states have over a dozen cell phone providers to choose from. Plans and phone choices often vary substantially between providers and you owe it to yourself to look at them all. To begin your comparison shopping, please see our phone providers by state page and click on your state.

Contact:

Assist Wireless
Sign Up For Service: 1-855-EZ-ASSIST (1-855-392-7747)
Support: 1-855-392-7747

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Comments

  1. Melissa jenkins says

    January 24, 2023 at 12:55 pm

    I sign up assistance wriless do I get a iPhone I need to know

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 24, 2023 at 2:10 pm

      We don’t know what kind of account you signed up for, Melissa. You need to contact Assist customer service to get that kind of info.

      Reply
  2. Uddi says

    August 24, 2022 at 8:15 am

    Where can i find a physical location in Kansas city?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 24, 2022 at 8:22 am

      We strongly urge our readers not to enroll at a street event. They have been the scenes of far too much fraud and abuse. Instead we urge you to enroll by phone or online.

      Reply
  3. Terri H says

    May 27, 2022 at 10:51 pm

    I want to switch away from Entouch. Assist is the only Missouri provider that doesn’t have even worse reviews, but I can’t find any recent ones here, and their Google reviews are only for their actual store in OK. Any suggestion where else to check?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 28, 2022 at 4:12 am

      Sorry, Terri, but we think we are the only website dedicated to the Lifeline free government cell phone program that offers readers the chance to make comments.

      Reply
  4. michael edwards says

    July 23, 2021 at 12:27 pm

    why cant I get a f***ing free phone, I’ve sent every thing you guys have asked for 3 or 4 times. every one I know that has one no trouble at all, I have tried other free phone company’s same problem what do i have to do

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 23, 2021 at 6:43 pm

      We are not Assist Wireless, Michael, so we cannot tell you why you do not qualify.

      Reply
  5. Michael Coley says

    January 12, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    I work at a homelesss shelter and I’d like to know what verification that my residents would need to qualify? We are federally HUD funded

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 12, 2021 at 3:19 pm

      Here’s an article That explains it all.

      Reply
  6. Anthony carter says

    May 12, 2020 at 6:26 am

    Anthony carter is mynamewhathappentogettingmycellphone

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 12, 2020 at 1:29 pm

      Samethingthathappenedtospaces.
      We actually have no idea what happened to the delivery of your phone, Anthony, because we are not your service provider. You’ll need to get it touch with its customer service team to find out the status.

      Reply
    • BRAIMA MOIFORAY says

      December 13, 2020 at 4:29 am

      free Government cell-phone

      Reply
      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        December 13, 2020 at 7:10 am

        Yes, indeed, that’s what this website is all about.

        Reply
  7. Artrell L. Willis says

    January 10, 2020 at 11:18 am

    I lost my phone at the Metro Bus Stop Station in Cincinnati on Government Square and i raelly needed to find out my EMEA number so I can get my Government Assistant cell phone back from them. So help if you can?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 10, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      Contact your service provider’s customer service team.

      Reply
  8. Angela says

    December 6, 2019 at 8:46 am

    When is the next time you all will be set up in Woodward

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 6, 2019 at 4:55 pm

      We urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events. They’ve been the scenes of too much fraud and abuse.

      Reply
  9. eddie says

    December 1, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    How do you get on the Assist tribal plan? Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Oklahoma.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 3, 2019 at 7:34 am

      Check the list of Oklahoma service providers and plans at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  10. Garret says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:46 pm

    I would love a free cell phone

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 25, 2019 at 2:44 am

      We would love to have you enroll.

      Reply
  11. Melissa Rounds says

    November 8, 2019 at 10:19 am

    I need to reinstate my could you send me the forms to do that.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 8, 2019 at 2:09 pm

      We can’t send you any forms because we are not Assist Wireless, Melissa. This is an independent informational website.

      Reply
  12. GERALD COBURN says

    October 28, 2019 at 5:55 pm

    I HAVE A PHONE THAT NEED TALK ON IT AN OTHER THING GOT THIS REPLACE NOW CAN GET START TALKING AGAING

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 28, 2019 at 10:28 pm

      If Assist is the company you’ve chosen, you will need to contact its customer service team in order to enroll. You can find that contact info above.

      Reply
  13. Shannon says

    October 15, 2019 at 12:02 am

    My phone has not arrived, its support to come in theail, so how do I find out what’s going on?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 15, 2019 at 1:42 pm

      Contact Assist customer service, Shannon.

      Reply
  14. Destiney Castleberry says

    July 29, 2019 at 9:01 am

    I got a letter in the mail saying you guys wanted my service back and this company I’m with now sucks and my phone won’t even ring I want my service back

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 29, 2019 at 1:05 pm

      Follow the instructions in the letter you received, Destiney. This website is not affiliated with Assist nor your current service provider.

      Reply
  15. Melissa Stahlman says

    June 25, 2019 at 4:03 pm

    Currently I have my phone with qlink its important I keep the number I have can I switch to assist wireless and keep my number but get a phone that actually works? I depend on this phone … Please someone anyone who knows please comment.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 25, 2019 at 6:20 pm

      It’s easy to keep your number. When you enroll you need to tell the new service provider that “I want to port over my current phone number.”

      Reply
  16. Sally Hart says

    May 21, 2019 at 3:16 pm

    What is the puk code my phone locked me out

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 21, 2019 at 3:25 pm

      Here’s an article that will explain what you need to know:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/what-is-a-puk-code-and-how-do-you-find-it

      Reply
  17. Diana L Kelly says

    March 9, 2019 at 1:27 am

    I Hope Access Wireless Is In Ohio Because I Want A Chance To Get A Free Cell With A Large Enough Screen Like A Samsung Galaxy Cell Phone,The Reason Is I Have Trouble Seeing What Is On The Screen.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 9, 2019 at 3:45 am

      Most companies offer special phone and services for vision/hearing/vocally-impaired customers, Diana.

      Reply
  18. Karen says

    February 25, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    Can I have a att prepaid phone transferred to my phone…I …was given one… since my inbreeding screen broke when I touched it…

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 25, 2019 at 11:18 pm

      Not quite sure what an inbreeding screen is, but you’ll need to contact Assist customer service to find out if the specific make and model of your phone is compatible with the Assist cell network.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 19, 2019 at 4:23 am

        😳 Wait! WHAT?! did u REALLY say: “As with anything else, try calling the company”
        You MUST be joking! Right?! Because if you aren’t I want you to know THAT WAS EXTREMELY RUDE AND VERY VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!
        Ever heard of the term “IThere te no dumb questions” I’m all set with using this company now because your response was a total TURN OFF

        Reply
        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          October 19, 2019 at 4:59 pm

          Not quite sure what you’re talking about, Anna, because if we did say “As with anything else, try calling the company” it wasn’t in this comment thread. But what the hell is unprofessional about telling someone to call customer service? One other thing: Whoever said “there are no dumb questions” has never had to do our job. Trust us, there are plenty of dumb questions.

          Reply
          • Sharyn Zackery says

            June 4, 2020 at 9:05 pm

            ROLMFAO @Free Government Cell Phones!

          • Kim says

            October 7, 2020 at 12:02 am

            To the person from this very informative site that responded to Anna’s comment, IM CRACKING UP! Well
            said and well done!! I’m beginning to believe some readers don’t actually read. You made me smile. I had to let you know that 😉

  19. Reva wood says

    October 27, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    I’m with Dart right now, but don’t care for there service. Would like to change to Assist is that possible? I’ve been with them over 2 months.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 28, 2018 at 2:34 am

      Yes, you can switch. The rules of the Lifeline program state that you are eligible to switch from one service provider to another every 60 days.

      Reply
  20. Julieanne says

    October 7, 2018 at 3:43 pm

    How can I cancel. I have been unable to use this phone since day 1

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 7, 2018 at 5:50 pm

      As with anything else, try calling the company.

      Reply
  21. Deron ewing says

    June 21, 2018 at 3:03 pm

    please help my family. we need help .

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 21, 2018 at 3:51 pm

      All you need to do is contact one of the free government cell phone companies and enroll, Deron.

      Reply
  22. B says

    May 30, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    Somebody who has a government phone through one of the companies in OK has got ahold of my CC & authorized some charges. I know who it is but need to link EVERY way I can to them. What do I do & who do I call?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 30, 2018 at 3:46 pm

      Call your local police department, B. This really isn’t a free government cell phone issue.

      Reply
  23. Tammy Holder says

    May 24, 2018 at 12:27 pm

    Where can I find assist wireless to get a phone. I live in Tishomingo

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 25, 2018 at 3:43 pm

      Here’s where you can find a complete list of free government cell phone companies and plans in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  24. Sandra Alcantar says

    March 5, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    I need answer for pending order.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 5, 2018 at 4:29 pm

      You need to contact Assist by using the contact info we provide in the article above, Sandra.

      Reply
  25. miracle polk says

    February 14, 2018 at 2:56 pm

    i have account with assit wireless but my phone got broke and havent used it in months how do i find out if the account has been delted or what i need to do

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 14, 2018 at 9:44 pm

      According to the rules of the program, your account should have been terminated when you didn’t make a call for 30 days. You can confirm that it has been cancelled by speaking to your former service provider’s customer service team. If you have been cancelled, and if you are still eligible for the Lifeline free government cell phone program, you should be able to enroll with any company offering the service in your state. Here’s where you can find all those companies and their plans:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  26. Anthony Harrell says

    December 31, 2017 at 10:54 am

    I live in Avant OK, Osage County. I’m a Choctaw Indian, with a CDIB CARD. Can I get service at my address in Avant OK. If so what are my service areas.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 31, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      Only Assist customer service can answer that question, Anthony. Contact them using the contact info we provide in this article.

      Reply
  27. gary phillips says

    August 9, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    do the minutes to the phone or just from it?

    Reply
    • Sharyn Zackery says

      June 4, 2020 at 9:11 pm

      Yes Gary, yes.

      Reply
  28. Randall Gray says

    July 28, 2017 at 8:59 am

    when is a tent with free phones going to be in cushing oklaoma

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 28, 2017 at 5:09 pm

      We strongly urge our readers NOT to enroll at a street tent. There have been far too many cases of fraud and abuse at these locations. You’re much safer if you enroll online or by phone from the comfort of your home.

      Reply
  29. Shelley THomson says

    July 19, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    I live in Texas and am eligible for a free phone. I’ve already spent way too much time reading your online material. Are there any human beings employed by your company? If yes, how do I actually get the phone? All I’m getting now is endless red tape.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 19, 2017 at 8:04 pm

      We think that when you say “your online material” and “your company,” you are referring to Assist Wireless. We hope you’re not referring to us, Shelley, because we’ve done everything imaginable to make this site informative and user-friendly.

      If you can’t get through to Assist Wireless, stop trying. There are plenty of other free government cell phone companies in Texas. Here’s where you can find a list of those companies, their plans, and their contact info:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  30. joseph says

    May 28, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    How do I get a replacement phone

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 29, 2017 at 2:57 am

      Here’s an article that tells you everything you need to know, Joseph:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/i-lost-my-phone-how-do-i-get-a-replacement

      Reply
  31. Stephanie says

    January 15, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    How do I get a data package?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      January 15, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      All Lifeline companies are now required to offer data packages, Stephanie. All you need to do is contact Access customer service.

      Reply
  32. Matthew brown says

    September 22, 2016 at 4:41 am

    I just got my phone yesterday and was told I didn’t have to pay anything till the first bill. my data shut off. it will not connect no matter what I do. it didn’t even work a full day. I got the 1 gig plan.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 22, 2016 at 5:48 am

      Explain further, Matthew. Why are you paying for a free government cell phone plan? Is it because you added an extra data plan?

      Reply
  33. Letitia Lacy says

    August 19, 2016 at 4:52 pm

    I will love to enroll ,to get a food stamp cell

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 19, 2016 at 7:01 pm

      You need to contact Assist directly if you want to sign up with that company, Letitia.

      Reply
  34. David B Baker says

    July 31, 2016 at 5:22 am

    I will fill out a form – id10t – and send it your way.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 31, 2016 at 7:31 am

      And a happy, great day to you, too, David.

      Reply
  35. David B Baker says

    July 31, 2016 at 5:12 am

    Why am I making payments? I have been trying to send texts. Every time I do I get a message stating ( and I quote from a message sent to me by my carrier )” You are not allowed to send text messages. Msg 2120 “

    Reply
  36. Dianna Alvarez says

    July 11, 2016 at 9:40 am

    I live on mo. Of I get this is there other cell plans that I can up grade to more minutes at a lower cost then most cell companies thank you dianna

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 11, 2016 at 9:56 am

      Here’s where you can find a complete list of free government cell phone companies in your state:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

      Reply
  37. Jacyee Zeller says

    July 10, 2016 at 4:31 am

    Give me a free phone please oh pretty please

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 10, 2016 at 6:12 am

      Despite the fact that you asked so nicely, Jacyee, we are an independent website, not a free government cell phone service provider. You will need to contact Assist Wireless or any other service provider directly by phone or online to apply. Good luck.

      Reply
  38. Penny says

    July 5, 2016 at 7:56 pm

    This whole country is on tribal land. This is bull shit

    Reply
  39. Anthony Toste says

    June 6, 2016 at 9:41 am

    Saidly they use T-Mobile service which is but useless on west side of town where I live in Vinita, OK with 1 bar 80% or 2 bar 15% and making call with drop out that a pain and last 5% there was no signal most the time even know the tower is only 2 miles way same as AT&T tower at leases it works
    It dose work with AT&T GoPhone Lumia 640 LTE that was able to get unlock
    We never could get the data plan to work
    I end have to drop them

    Two good link help
    http://www.cellreception.com/towers/
    http://opensignal.com/

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 6, 2016 at 10:03 am

      Great resources, Anthony. Thanks for the tips. Our readers will appreciate it.

      Reply
  40. Lulu says

    April 24, 2016 at 8:20 am

    I paid up till may 5 and my phone was cut off. Why.?????

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 24, 2016 at 11:01 am

      If you were “:paid up,” we assume you do not have a free government cell phone account?

      Reply
  41. T Ross says

    March 11, 2016 at 10:43 pm

    I personally have found that myeasywireless.com in Oklahoma has been the easiest provider for the lifeline program. Just as the name says EASY WIRELESS! They are beginning to get the more updated phones now and unlimited talk and text for $4.95/month. They also have data plans available. BUT if this is supposed to be a LIFELINE program that the government generously provides to the unfortunate the phones and service plans should be more than sufficient as long as they are working properly and the service is provided as promised.

    Reply
  42. Jack says

    December 21, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Those phones aren’t worth a penny not alone 1dollar hell you couldn’t use if you had to there’s not one bit of service on them where I’m at

    Reply
  43. ricky says

    August 31, 2015 at 6:12 am

    I ha e assist wireless they gave me a great phone when i signed up the screen quit they ha e me a phone i told them i didnt want much smaller than the original to get a similar phone would cost $98 or take the crappie one.seems when you sign up your great after that. your screwed they get the govs.money for at least 60 days couse your stuck and it sucks for both parties me and gov

    Reply
  44. idrisbinkarim says

    August 20, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    Hi i am older customers right now is my phone no working I don’t known what happen please can help for me I am already paid yet for 5 month

    Reply
  45. Kc hale says

    July 14, 2015 at 9:29 am

    I’m new to Oklahoma, and looking for a phone

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      July 14, 2015 at 10:30 am

      Oklahoma phone providers:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states/oklahoma-government-cell-phone-providers

      Reply
  46. Stacey says

    July 3, 2015 at 8:00 pm

    my phone is out of data and it was working while ago

    Reply
  47. Brandy Hoover says

    May 31, 2015 at 7:12 pm

    I have used all my data already, do I have to wait till next month before I get anymore? Can I get unlimited data? If I get unlimited minutes, I can’t get text??? Why not? The sales guy explained absolutely nothing to me.

    Reply
  48. taela says

    May 29, 2015 at 9:13 am

    In need of a phone

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      May 29, 2015 at 9:43 am

      Give the company a call or go to their website. First, to see if you qualify, you can CLICK HERE.

      Reply
  49. Sherry Graham says

    May 15, 2015 at 5:37 am

    Is there somewhere in Bartlesville or Dewey, Okla where I can sign up for one of these?I am on SSI an d I think I qualify I also need to know what I need to do this so I don’t have to drive up more gas than 1 trip.Thank you.

    Reply
  50. marcus willis says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    Am a subscriber and my phone died before Thanksgiving and it still wont work! How do I go about getting a new phone, battery, or both? Thank You

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      December 2, 2014 at 9:24 pm

      First thing, try calling the company.

      Reply
  51. Tonya Anderson says

    November 13, 2014 at 5:03 am

    I can’t make or receive any text messages. What do I need to do to change this? I can’t seem to get an answer.

    Reply
  52. linda sanders says

    October 30, 2014 at 6:09 am

    i just got my phone last week im out of min thought i had unlimted, but was told they will put 100 more on @ a time till i get 500 back on next month, still dont have any min phones been off since noon yesterday,this is really messed up, dont need the stress, got to go back to cricket, i guess,

    Reply
  53. M K Hefner says

    September 17, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    I’m fairly irritated. The store I enrolled at and bought my phone/plan from is understaffed/needs flow systems to handle the customers and an attitude adjustment.

    My phone has stopped using the network so that my weather app won’t load, etc. and I don’t get green for either bars, WiFi or network. I started trying to get this corrected 3 months ago. I’ve been back to the store too many times to admit to, and STILL without being able to stay long enough to have it seen to! Today, they are fortunate that I didn’t “sign in,” because if I had been there for another half hour, either of the times I was there, today, the fur might have flown. There were too many people waiting to imagine keeping my friend waiting.

    It’s wrong that trying to run in and pay my bill can take so long that I have to leave before seeing it done. Yes, I have resorted to paying online. Why should someone who just wants to pay have to wait for technical assistance savvy clerks?

    It’s wrong that I’m paying for and not able to use my data package. Being Disabled means I can’t drive and folks good enough to give me a ride shouldn’t have to make a day of my phone. I shouldn’t have to wait and wait in a lobby after being told to sign in, nothing else, and, it’s not ever my turn to ask how much longer I might have to wait.

    I’m really irritated. I’m almost ready to go through the mess to use another provider.

    The Assist Wireless store I’ve tried to use is at 1415 SW 59th St in OKC.

    Thank you,
    MK Hefner

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  54. stephanie brewer says

    August 9, 2014 at 9:22 am

    I am not happy cuz I was told that I had unlimited talk and text when the lady came to myt house and I am gettinhg a text saying. I am almost out of min.

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  55. James mcwilliams says

    August 4, 2014 at 6:41 am

    I relocated to Missouri how do I change my service location.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 4, 2014 at 9:01 am

      Don’t know, check with Assist Wireless.

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      • T Ross says

        March 11, 2016 at 10:25 pm

        I believe that there needs to be some definite clarification that your website is more of a informational website providing the basics on the government lifeline program and it is NOT the customer service/support site for these individual cell phone providers. I just glimpsed through most all of the comments posted on here. Wow!

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  56. elroy pappan says

    August 2, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    I want to disconnect and denroll my cell phone service please.

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 2, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      Please call Assist Wireless, if that is who you have service with.

      Reply
  57. Alex says

    August 2, 2014 at 8:49 am

    I have lifeline cell in NYC, and I want to used the Android phone, can you provide me with the SIM card, anf Transfer my account too?

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    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 2, 2014 at 7:31 pm

      Please give Assist a call about that.

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      • wanda says

        May 16, 2015 at 11:44 am

        I needed a phone replacement having got my phone yet . already pay for it!!! cant get anyone to reply back

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        • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

          May 16, 2015 at 5:02 pm

          You already paid for it? They are free (in most states) — what did you pay and to whom?

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          • Fed Up says

            October 22, 2015 at 3:13 pm

            If you want to replace your phone, they make you pay.

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