In the same boat. Not even just old people; I need to call 800 numbers but it would cost me a ton from Japan. Guess I’m doing that Monday night.
I don’t think Skype numbers are supported as well anymore, but many people rely on services for their US banks and stuff for 2fa as well.
Don’t forget cutting lots of (particularly mental) health services that led to more people on the streets, in trouble with the law, and incarcerated!