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πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Short Hills, Essex, New Jersey β€” 2026

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

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
NJState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Short Hills, New Jersey
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€” Short Hills, New Jersey
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Short Hills: $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 Short Hills residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Essex Office
Visit offices near Short Hills. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Short Hills
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs β€” Lifeline Phone Program in Short Hills
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Short Hills, New Jersey?
Residents of Short Hills, Essex, New Jersey 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 Short Hills?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Essex office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Short Hills?
The nearest office is in Essex. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” New Jersey Alerts 2026
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