CTAP Eases Phone Access and Usage

Most people know someone who has difficulties using a phone. For those who experience such difficulties as holding the phone, dialing, having poor vision, trouble getting to their phone or other such challenges, free phone equipment is available through the California Telephone Access Program or CTAP. CTAP is a state-mandated program of the California Public Utilities Commission that provides specialized telephone equipment and services to residents who have an active phone line and who have the aforementioned difficulties in using a phone. Age and income level are not considerations for the service. All services and equipment are free of charge and are paid for through a small surcharge on the phone bill of every California resident. [END] We all know someone who would benefit from a free special phone through the State of California. If you or a loved-one misses information in phone conversations, has a hard time holding or dialing the phone, has trouble getting to the phone, has vision loss, or other challenges in using a standard phone, Free phone equipment is available through California Telephone Access Program (CTAP). CTAP is a state-mandated program of the California Public Utilities Commission. CTAP provides specialized telephone equipment and services to residents who have an active phone line and who have difficulty hearing, seeing, moving, speaking, or remembering. Your age and income level are not considered. All services and equipment are free of charge and are paid for through a small surcharge on the phone bill of every Californian. For more information or to obtain an application, call (800) 806-1191 or go on-line at www.californiaphones.org.