Veterans Free Government Phone
Veterans and surviving spouses who receive a VA pension benefit qualify for Lifeline.
Yes — the Veterans Pension and Survivors Pension are Lifeline qualifying programs. If you or someone in your household receives either benefit from the VA, your household qualifies for a Free Government Phone.
Does VA disability compensation qualify?
VA disability compensation is not the same as the Veterans Pension and does not qualify on its own. Veterans receiving disability compensation may still qualify through Medicaid, SNAP, HUD-VASH or other housing assistance, or income.
Proof of VA pension
- VA pension award letter
- VA benefit summary letter showing pension
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Frequently asked questions
Does VA disability compensation qualify?
Not by itself. The Veterans Pension and Survivors Pension qualify; disability compensation does not — but income or other programs may.
Can a surviving spouse qualify?
Yes. The Survivors Pension is a qualifying program.
Does HUD-VASH count?
HUD-VASH vouchers are a form of Federal Public Housing Assistance, which qualifies.
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