Arkansas Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)

Organization Details

Organization: Arkansas Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)

The Telecommunication Access Program (TAP) provides specialized telecommunication equipment to eligible Arkansans who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, or who have a speech, visual, mobility, or intellectual impairment. TAP strives to remove telecommunication barriers through the delivery of adaptive communication technology.
Anyone who meets the following criteria may apply:

• Be a resident of the state of Arkansas.
• Have personal telecommunication service. TAP does not pay for anyone's phone service.
• Have a disability certified by a qualified professional verifying the need for specialized telecommunication equipment. A listing of qualified professionals can be found on our TAP application.
• Meet financial income standards. If the applicant's income is $50,000 a year or below, the equipment is provided free. If the applicant has an income greater than $50,000, a shared cost option is available.
   

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Limitations

• Hearing Impairment
• Speech Impairment
• Vision Impairment