When you think of mobile plans for seniors, you tend to focus on simple devices and very limited plans. Most seniors would be happy with this, but then, there are others who are tech-savvy and want additional features on their cell phones. Many service providers offer cell phone plans tailor-made for seniors and also generic plans that might be suitable options for those above 50 years.

Choosing senior cell phone plans
Phones are devices that let you talk with other people in different places and many seniors are comfortable with carrying over that definition to their mobile devices.

They just want to make or receive calls and maybe occasionally send some messages.
There are other seniors who are better attuned to the facilities provided by cell phones and want more. They also want that their cell phones have the ability to send texts, browse the Internet, check and send emails and so on. For these people, there are plans that provide good talk time and texts with limited Data.
Then, there are the tech-savvy seniors who stay connected through social media, want to stream music or video, and download the latest applications to stay updated with the trend. For these seniors, a good smartphone with unlimited plans are ideal.

Here are a few carrier options that offer great cell phone plans for seniors.

GreatCall
This is a carrier better known for their Jitterbug Phones for Seniors. You can get either the Jitterbug Flip feature phone or the Jitterbug Smartphone, which is a user-friendly device for seniors. All their phones come with a Medical Alert Button. This uses their 5Star Link service to connect with a doctor or registered nurse at the touch of the button. The 5Star service can also keep the caregiver updated on the health status of the Jitterbug phone users.

Great Call provides basic cell phone plans start from $14.99 for 200 minutes of talk time and add $3 and you can get 300 texts. For those who want data access, you can buy a basic 40MB of data for around $2.49. You can pay more to increase talk time, data, etc. as per your need.

US Mobile, Republic Wireless, and Consumer Cellular
US Mobile uses T-Mobile’s LTE Network. They offer high flexibility in choosing plans, starting from the very basic which is 40 minutes for $2.50, 40 texts for $1.50, and 100 MB Data for $2 respectively. Republic Wireless provides a plan with unlimited minutes and texts for around $15, no data. Consumer Cellular offers a basic plan with 250 minutes of talk time, 250 MB Data, and the facility to send texts without limits for around $20 per month. AARP members are eligible for a 5% monthly service discount. Seniors can select the simple to complex cellphone devices from this service provider.

Cell phone plans with unlimited data for seniors
For seniors who want a little more, MetroPCS offers a Prepaid Plan, $30 per month plan with unlimited minutes and texts, and 2GB Data. Republic Wireless Basic $15 Plan only provides talk time and texts. However, you can add data at the rate of $5 per GB to this plan. With US Mobile, you can get 5,000 minutes of Talktime for around $15 and 5GB of Data for around $26.

• For tech-savvy senio r who know how to make the best use of mobile technology, you can opt for cell phone plans with good smartphones and higher limits on data, or unlimited data.
• For the globe-trotting seniors, AT&T offers around $45 per month plan that provides unlimited calls, texts and multimedia messaging within the country, and within Canada, and Mexico. The plan also includes 6GB of 4G LTE Data that can be used across North America. Unused data rolls over to the next 30 days, but there is no continuous rollover.
• Boost Mobile offers Unlimited minutes, messaging and data for around $50 per month. The 4G LTE data is provided on Sprint’s network.
• For the best option, there is T-Mobile’s ONE Unlimited 55+. This plan is available at around $70 per month (inclusive of taxes and fees) is specifically designed for seniors. With an AutoPay option, you get two lines with unlimited calls, messaging, and 4G LTE data. If you do not opt for AutoPay, you have to pay around $5 extra for each of the two lines.

There are many more options in cell phone plans ideal for seniors which cater to various requirements. Choose the device or plan according to the person’s ability to use mobile technology and their needs. Different carriers provide many different plans, either senior specific or generic. Search online for more options in cell phone plans for seniors.