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πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Forest Home, Tompkins County, New York β€” 2026

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

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