New program offers free high-speed internet access to Osage seniors

Osage senior citizens no longer have to pay for internet access, which means they can more easily enjoy online language classes, telehealth appointments and digital tribal news from the comfort of their own homes. To qualify for the new program through Osage Broadband, participants must be enrolled Osage members and have an active account. They must also live within the tribe’s reservation and be at least 55 years old. The service is for internet that is 100 megabits per second, which is classified as a fairly fast speed and is a benchmark set by the Federal Communications Commission. They can also upgrade to faster speeds; however, those other packages come with a cost because they exceed the monthly subsidy of $49.99 per household.