Thrive Mobile provides affordable wireless service, with plans starting at $0 per month for eligible Lifeline participants. Customers can bring their own device or receive a new smartphone with activation. The service includes access to local resources, support networks, and exclusive member deals via the mobile application.
Funding
$8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many low-income individuals and underserved communities face a digital divide, lacking access to reliable wireless service and mobile devices necessary for accessing healthcare, social services, and other essential resources. The cost of wireless service can be a significant barrier, leading to service cancellation and inconsistent connectivity.
Solution
Thrive Health Tech (THT) offers a communication platform designed to improve healthcare access and engagement for underserved populations. THT provides free smartphones with unlimited talk, text, and data through its Thrive Mobile service, ensuring consistent connectivity for patients. The platform includes a HIPAA-compliant wireless network, pre-installed healthcare applications, and access to Thrive Assistants for technical support and assistance with healthcare-related tasks. THT aims to bridge the digital divide by providing reliable communication tools that enable healthcare organizations to connect with and support their members.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes healthcare providers, social services organizations, community organizations, and government agencies that serve Medicaid members and other low-income or underserved populations.
Features
- Free premium smartphone with unlimited talk, text, and data
- Pre-installed healthcare applications and bookmarked health resources
- HIPAA-compliant wireless network with nationwide 5G coverage
- Thrive Assistants providing white-glove phone setup and ongoing support in multiple languages
- Security and spam filtering to protect against malware and security threats
- Proactive assistance with scheduling appointments, medication refills, and transportation
- Integration with telehealth services, wearables, and remote patient monitoring
- Customizable nudge pathways to improve patient outcomes and engagement