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πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Shields, Saginaw County, Michigan β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Shields residents

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
MIState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Shields, Michigan
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Shields, Michigan
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Shields: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/ β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-234-9473
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Shields residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Saginaw County Office
Visit offices near Shields. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Shields
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs β€” Lifeline Phone Program in Shields
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Shields, Michigan?
Residents of Shields, Saginaw County, Michigan with income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-234-9473.
How to apply for Lifeline Phone Program in Shields?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Saginaw County office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Shields?
The nearest office is in Saginaw County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Michigan Alerts 2026
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