Celebrating 9 Years as an AARP Provider, and Going Strong

We recently celebrated our ninth anniversary as a provider to AARP members. Since 2008, we’ve been honored to help thousands stay connected to great cellular service at specially discounted prices.

That our two organizations would align well is no surprise. We’ve been focusing on offering cellphones and affordable rate plans designed to meet the unique needs of the age 50-plus population for 22 years!

AARP members who choose Consumer Cellular for their wireless service receive exclusive benefits. These include a 5% discount every single month on cellphone plans, as well as a 30% discount on accessories. We’re so confident that AARP members will love our service that we even offer an extended risk-free guarantee—try our service for 45 days, 450 minutes, 450 texts, or 450MB of web data, whichever comes first. If there’s anything you don’t like during that time, you can cancel and pay nothing.

If you’re already a Consumer Cellular customer but haven’t joined AARP yet, we encourage you to do so, and we make it convenient, as well. Simply contact our Customer Support team and we’ll help you with the quick, easy process. You can also sign up during checkout on our website—it takes just a minute or so. We’ll alert you when your membership is nearing expiration, so you can easily renew and avoid missing out on any deals or discounts. And, of course, we’ll include your membership discount on your monthly wireless bill.

We’re proud to provide these benefits to AARP members. We look forward to continuing this special relationship for many years to come.

26 Thoughts on "Celebrating 9 Years as an AARP Provider, and Going Strong"

  1. Gordon Ghirardi says

    Interested in new account service. I currently have paid ATT as does my daughter. My wife uses Great Call. We are ARRP members.

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us, Gordon! We offer service on two of the largest nationwide networks, and provide flexible plans that you can change at any time. You can view all of our options here on our website. Once you’ve picked a plan, you can either purchase one of our devices, or you may be able to use your own with our free SIM card. It works best with unlocked GSM phones, such as those used previously with AT&T or T-Mobile. And as AARP members, you’ll get a 5% discount each month. If you’re ready to sign up or if we can answer any other questions you may have, just give us a call at 888-345-5509. Our award-winning customer service team will be ready to assist you! We appreciate you posting, and hope to see you as a customer soon!

  2. Les says

    Not so happy. Been trying to get hot to work . Not able after many calls. Don’t give like I phone 7. To complicated. Suggest using a simple phone with not a sensative touch. Stop trying to sell me something when I call for help.

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for your feedback, Les and for taking the time to reach out to us. I was able to take a look at your account, and I see that Stephanie, one of our account advisors, was able to help you troubleshoot the hotspot issue you’ve been experiencing. If the problem continues or if we can assist you with anything else, please don’t hesitate to call us at 888-345-5509. Thanks again, and we hope you have a wonderful day!

  3. Anne says

    I need to know the price of just the phone.

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for asking, Anne. We offer a variety of devices from flip phones to the latest smartphones from Apple and Samsung. You can view all of our options here on our website. If you like, you can also use our free SIM card with a device you already have on hand. If you’re not sure which device will be the best for your needs, we’re happy to ask you a few questions and recommend the perfect fit. Just give us a call at 888-345-5509, and we’ll be ready to help. We appreciate you posting, and we hope to speak with you soon!

  4. Mary Johnson says

    Can I use service on trip to Canada?

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for asking, Mary! You can learn more about using your device while out of the U.S. here on our website, and Canada is one of the countries included. If you’re interested in adding this feature to your account, please give us a call at 888-345-5509. We’ll need to verify some details and settings to ensure it will work properly. We appreciate you posting, and look forward to speaking with you!

  5. Tomosta a Vietnam vet years says

    Why does consumer celuler not recognize veteran for a discount like Verizon 15 percent.

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for the suggestion, Tomosta! At this time, we offer a discount to AARP members, but I am happy to pass your request on to our management team. We appreciate you posting, and would like to thank you for your service!

  6. Kay says

    I’m so very happy with your service even though I have just a half bar when I’m home in bed. That being said most of the time that is where I am due to fibromyalgia. But that’s ok cause all my talk and text are coming through

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      We’re so glad that our service works well for your needs, Kay! If you like, we can take a look at your account and make sure you’re getting the best possible coverage. Just give us a call at 888-345-5509 at your convenience. We appreciate you taking the time to post, and we hope you have a wonderful day!

  7. Diane Edwards says

    I am a CC Customer already and I love my service, and my plan for the price. More companies need to cater to us seniors, give us information to better our plan & cost effective information to help in saving us money w/affordable devices & plans. Thank you Consumer Cellular!

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for your kind words, Diane! We appreciate you sharing how our plans and service work well for your needs. We hope you have a great day!

  8. John Martel says

    I think the new limits on the plans are great, but the 50% increase ($10 to $15) for additional phones/lines, not so much!

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for your feedback, John. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re happy to discuss our new plans with you at 888-345-5509 if you like, and make sure that you’re using the best plan for your needs. Thanks again for posting, and we hope you have a great day!

  9. Mark says

    Service great, website great. Talking to a human impossible. Two phone calls the past two days on hold for 15 minutes. Send email, reply promised in 5 days. Ordered a phone and the status shows “in process”. Why? I need a phone, my current phone broke. How can I find out when it will ship? Would have ordered elsewhere had I known it was going to take this long to ship.

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us, Mark. We send a shipping confirmation email with tracking information as soon as your device is shipped. I was able to review your account, and I see that we were also able to answer your questions about your new phone order. If we can be of any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to call us again at 888-345-5509. We appreciate you posting, and we hope you enjoy your new smartphone!

  10. Larry says

    Shame on you consumer cellular for trying to hide the $15 increase for the extra line. After being on hold for 15 minutes. Today I found out that if you change anything in your plan, you pay $15 for the extra line. Until then you are grandfathered in?

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, Larry. I was able to review your account, and I see that our advisor, Richard, was able to discuss our new plans with you. Most of our current customers will continue to pay $10 for each additional line of service. We’re happy to talk with you about our new plans at 888-345-5509 if you like. We appreciate you taking the time to post, and for sharing your thoughts.

  11. Candy says

    I do not have a data or text package. If someone texts me, do I get charged for that?

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      Great question, Candy! If you do not have a Connect plan, you will be billed for any individual text messages you receive at a rate of $0.10 each. We’re happy to answer any other questions you may have at 888-345-5509. Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us, and we hope you have a wonderful day!

  12. Donald Downing says

    Worst company I’ve ever had to deal with. Customer service? That’s a laugh. I’ve had to wait more than 2 hours and they still have not called me back. Will cancel my contract as soon as I get the chance

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      We apologize for the wait you experienced, Donald. Thank you for your patience, and I’m so glad to see that we were able to assist you with the SIM card issue you were experiencing. If we can be of any further help at this time, please don’t hesitate to call us at 888-345-5509. We appreciate your feedback, and we hope you have a wonderful day!

  13. Roger Green says

    I am a long time customer and signed up several year ago with a discount as a AAA member. I have always paid via autopay and never really paid attention to my billing details. I am an AARP member as well. I do not see a discount applied to my account. How do
    I get the AARP discount applied to my account?

    • Ashley at Consumer Cellular says

      We can help you with that, Roger! Just have your membership card handy, then give us a call at 888-345-5509. We’ll add your membership information to your account, and in no time at all, you’ll start seeing the savings add up. Thanks for posting!