Lifeline For Seniors On Social Security
By FreePhone Atlas editors · Updated · Page 6 of 6
5. Living In Senior Housing Or A Care Facility
You can apply if you live in senior apartments, assisted living or a nursing home. Other residents at the same address having Lifeline does not stop you, because you are not one household.
When the system flags a shared address, you will be asked to fill out a short household worksheet. Answer that you do not share income and expenses with the other residents, and your application can go through.
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