Sunday 6 February 2011

About Government Cell Phones

By Tiffany Anderson


When you run into financial constraints, there are many things that you are not able to afford. Sure, you may be able to put food in your stomach, and get a roof over your head. But you might not be able to get a phone and meet the recurring expenses that come with it. A phone is absolutely necessary in the world of today, as communication is highly emphasized in developing a better world. So if you are unable to afford a cell phone, are you supposed to let that pass? Not really. The government has this program that makes communication possible for all. How? By giving out free phones!

A free phone is something almost everybody would gladly enroll for, but that is not how it works. Clearly, this would put an unbearable weight on the government, and that is why there are qualifications that need to be met for someone to be confirmed as eligible. These qualifications have to do with ones income standing, or their dependency on aid programs such as Medicaid, Food Stamps, and SSI among others. The application hardly takes time, and as soon as you are approved, a phone is sent to your door step. You need to divulge a valid mailing address that is yours. You cannot use your post office box as that is usually turned down.

The government phones are simple and functional. All the expensive features are saved for when you can afford to buy a phone for yourself. In truth, not a lot of features are availed, but this should not come as a surprise considering that these phones are in fact free. You get things such as call waiting, voice mail and caller ID. Other features may be availed, but they are usually associated with low end phones.

Government cell phones are free, and everything about them is free, including the minutes you get to stay connected. Dont expect a monthly bill, as it will not show up. The free minutes are loaded in every month, with a roll over option being available. Should you want more minutes than what the government offers, you can purchase more to cater to your communication needs.

Government phones come with their own set of rules. For instance, if you find yourself beyond the qualifying criteria, you are supposed to withdraw from the program. You might be able to enjoy the free minutes for a while, but you will not be re-qualified once the verification time comes. The only benefit you miss out on when you are no longer in the program is the free minutes. You keep the phone, and use it at your discretion.




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