Lifeline service is a Government benefit and is available to all residential customers with low income that receive benefits from at least one of the following programs:
Medicaid
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) formerly known as Food Stamps
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Federal Public Housing Assistance
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
National School Lunch Program's Free Lunch Program
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
An applicant is also eligible if they have a household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Questions:
Please call your Customer Service Representative at 207-563-9911. TTY users may reach us by calling 207-563-9922.