Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)

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Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)

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This program can help you get equipment to use the phone if you have problems with hearing, vision, speaking, learning and getting around. You also must have limited income and telephone service in your home.

About this program

This program can help you get equipment to use the phone if you have problems with hearing, vision, speaking or other challenges in making calls. Equipment may include:

  • Hands-free telephone
  • Loud bell ringer
  • Machines that translate conversations into Braille
  • Teletypewriter

A teletypewriter is a machine you connect to your phone. It lets you type a message to an operator who reads it to the person you are calling.

How do I apply?

To apply for this program, you can print and fill out an application form.

Categories

Disability Services

Populations served

Disabled

Related ICD-10 codes

Medications often used

Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.

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