Comcast has announced that it will be offering its Internet Essentials program for free to new low-income customers for two months, amid the coronavirus outbreak. This offer is for low-income families who do
not have internet service during this uncertain time and is intended to help them stay connected to families, school, workplaces, etc.
New customers will get complimentary internet essentials service for 60 days, which is normally available to qualified low-income households for $9.95 per month.
All new customers will receive a free self-install kit that includes a cable modem and WiFi router. There is no term contract.
To sign up, applicants can simply visit www.internetessentials.com. The accessible website also includes the option to video chat with customer service agents in American Sign Language. There are also two dedicated phone numbers 1-855-846-8376 for English and 1-855-765-6995 for Spanish.