Phone and internet help for people out of work - 14 months and counting

I am worried about keeping my phone and internet on during my search. I would rather hear the honest version than the polite one. I heard of low-cost plans for people with limited income. What else should I consider?

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.

Keep the number you use for job applications, even if you change plans. Employers will call it.