Phone & Internet Access
A working phone is a lifeline. Free phone programs, emergency data plans, Wi-Fi access, library computers, and device replacement — help getting connected is available right now.
Phone & Internet Resources Near You
Enter your ZIP code above to see resources near you.
New York area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, New York, NY 10001
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
New York Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all NYPL branches — no library card required for basic access. Walk in anytime during open hours.
📍 455 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10016, New York, NY 10001
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Los Angeles area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Los Angeles, CA 90012
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Los Angeles Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all LAPL branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 630 W 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071, Los Angeles, CA 90012
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Chicago area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Chicago, IL 60601
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Chicago Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all CPL branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 400 S State Street, Chicago, IL 60605, Chicago, IL 60601
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Phoenix area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Phoenix, AZ 85004
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Phoenix Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Phoenix Public Library branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 1221 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004, Phoenix, AZ 85004
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Dallas area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Dallas, TX 75201
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Dallas Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Dallas Public Library branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX 75201, Dallas, TX 75201
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
San Francisco area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, San Francisco, CA 94102
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
San Francisco Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all SFPL branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, San Francisco, CA 94102
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Atlanta area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Atlanta, GA 30303
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Fulton County Library System branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta, GA 30303, Atlanta, GA 30303
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Houston area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Houston, TX 77002
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Houston Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all HPL branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX 77002
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Miami area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Miami, FL 33130
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Miami-Dade Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Miami-Dade Public Library branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 101 W Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130, Miami, FL 33130
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Philadelphia area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Philadelphia, PA 19107
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Free Library of Philadelphia
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Free Library branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, Philadelphia, PA 19107
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
Detroit area
Lifeline Free Phone Program
Lifeline provides eligible low-income households with a monthly discount on phone or internet service, plus a free smartphone. Apply at lifelinesupport.org or call 1-800-234-9473.
📍 Apply online or by phone, Detroit, MI 48201
🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Detroit Public Library
Free computer use, Wi-Fi, internet access, phone charging, and printing at all Detroit Public Library branches. Walk in during open hours — no card required for basic use.
📍 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202, Detroit, MI 48201
🕐 Mon-Sat, hours vary by branch
ClearHelp's 48-Hour Rule
When someone reaches out for help, the window that matters most is the first 48 hours. That's when people are most likely to follow through, and when the right information makes the biggest difference. ClearHelp is built around that window.
Tips for getting faster results
- Search by ZIP first. Resources vary significantly by neighborhood, even within the same city. A ZIP-code search shows you what's physically reachable, not just what's in the county.
- Call before you go. Hours change. Slots fill. A quick call confirms whether a resource is currently available — saving a trip when time and energy are limited.
- Try 211 as a backup. If nothing on ClearHelp matches your situation exactly, dial or text 211. It's free, confidential, and connects to a live community resource specialist in your area.
- You do not need documentation for most emergency resources. Food pantries, crisis shelters, and community health centers typically serve anyone in need — regardless of ID, insurance, or immigration status.
- Bring a support person if you can. Navigating services is easier with someone alongside you. Many organizations also have bilingual staff — call ahead to ask.
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