Free Government Tablet for Veterans
Veterans may qualify through pension benefits, VA healthcare, or other assistance programs for free Lifeline tablets and specialized VA telehealth devices.
How Veterans Qualify
Most veterans qualify for free tablets through the federal Lifeline program via one or more of these pathways:
- Veterans Pension â direct Lifeline qualifying program
- Veterans Survivor Benefits â surviving spouses/dependents with VA survivor benefits qualify
- VA Medicaid â veterans receiving both VA healthcare and Medicaid qualify
- SNAP/EBT â many veterans receive SNAP benefits that qualify for Lifeline
- Income-based â veterans on fixed income often fall below 135% FPL
Recommended Steps for Veterans
Check Your VA Benefits
Veterans receiving VA pension or survivor benefits automatically qualify for Lifeline. Gather your VA award letter showing your benefit amount and type.
Explore VA Telehealth Programs
Separately from Lifeline, the VA provides tablets to enrolled veterans through its Telehealth and Connected Care programs. Contact your VA medical center to check availability.
Apply for Lifeline
Apply at LifelineSupport.org with your VA award letter as proof of eligibility. Choose a provider offering tablet devices in your area.
Contact VSOs for Help
Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) like the American Legion, VFW, and DAV can help you navigate both VA telehealth programs and Lifeline applications.
Check Your Eligibility Now
Takes under 2 minutes. No personal information required.