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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

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  • The program does not pay for telephone or internet service; equipment maintenance and repair are the user's responsibility.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Disability & accessibilityProgramState program · VA

Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Virginia Telecommunications Assistance Program

TAP provides telecommunications equipment to Virginia residents whose disability prevents use of a standard telephone.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Complete the TAP application and submit the applicable residency, disability and income documentation.

  1. 01

    Complete the TAP application and submit the applicable residency, disability and income documentation.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

VA; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • VA

What it offers

Equipment at no cost for those meeting the criteria; other applicants may purchase it at the state contract price.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

People who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind or have a speech disability; residency and financial or veteran conditions are verified.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
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Source review
Oct 14, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 14, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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