Quick Answer: How Can I Get A Free Captel Phone?

Per FCC regulations, individuals with hearing loss can receive a CapTel phone at no charge if they obtain an independent third-party certification from a hearing health professional, such as their doctor or audiologist, who is qualified to evaluate an individual’s hearing loss and certify their need for captions to be

How do I get a CapTel phone?

You can get a CapTel phone in several different ways:

1. Free or at a reduced rate through your state’s Equipment Distribution Program Learn More.
2. Free with certification from your doctor or audiologist Learn More.
3. By purchasing a CapTel phone online through WCI Order Now.

Who pays for CapTel phone?

CapTel phones work with a Captioning Service as part of a federally-funded program that supports telephone accessibility for people with hearing loss. No costs for the Captioning Service are passed on to consumers – no monthly fees, no service agreements.

How can I get a free hearing impaired phone?

How seniors can get a free caption phone

1. CapTel.
2. CaptionCall.
3. ClearCaptions.
4. Hamilton CapTel.
5. InnoCaption – free service for smartphones.
6. Sprint CapTel.

Is CaptionCall really free?

No costs are passed on to qualified users. Whether you use the CaptionCall phone and service in your home, or you download the mobile app that allows you to take CaptionCall with you wherever you go, there really are no costs for you as the consumer.

Is there a monthly fee for a CapTel phone?

No Cost to People with Hearing Loss! CapTel service is provided through a federally-funded program designed specifically to assist people with hearing loss use the phone. No monthly fees, no changes to your telephone bill.

Do captioned phones require Internet?

A captioned telephone displays every word a caller says during a telephone conversation. The screen is big enough to ensure you can catch every word, even if you have low vision. Most captioned telephones require a high-speed Internet connection to enable you to make the most out of your device.

What is captioned telephone service?

Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS) is a form of telecommunications relay service (TRS) that permits an individual who can speak but who has difficulty hearing over the telephone to use a telephone and an Internet Protocol-enabled device via the Internet to simultaneously listen to the other party

Does Medicare pay for captioned phones?

Regardless of the Medicare advantage plan you have, any audiologist or HCP you see will be able to offer you no-cost Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP-CTS), such as CaptionCall, if your hearing necessitates the use of captioned telephone service.

How can I get free phone service for free?

Lifeline is a government assistance program. Enrollment is available to individuals who qualify based on federal or state-specific eligibility criteria. The Assurance Wireless offer provides eligible low-income households with free monthly data, unlimited texting, and free monthly minutes.

Which cordless phone is best for hearing impaired?

Best Hearing Impaired Phones

• Panasonic KX-TGM450S Amplified Cordless Phone.
• AT&T CRL82312 Expandable Cordless Phone.
• Clarity Alto 54005.001 Amplified Phone.
• Hamilton CapTel 2400i Captioned Phone.
• Panasonic DECT 6.0 Plus Cordless Phone.
• Panasonic KX-TGM420W Amplified Cordless Phone.
• Panasonic KX-TGFN352N Corded/Cordless Phone.

Does Walmart have hearing impaired phones?

Serene 55dB Amplified Phone for the Hearing Impaired – Walmart.com.

Can you get captions on phone calls?

Yes! CaptionCall has a mobile app iPhone, iPad and Android. It allows you to make and receive phone calls with captions on your Apple or Android device.

Is CaptionCall working from home?

Can I work from home? Many Captioning Agents are working from home due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. You are required to interview and train in the office. CaptionCall is committed to adhering with state and local social distancing guidelines.