For information on protecting your health, applying for your pension benefit, boosting your financial wellness and more, sign up below for webinars.
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Members’ Voices
Featuring Lisa Ngai!
When it comes to healthy living, the most helpful advice and inspiring stories may come from your fellow 1199SEIU members! That’s why we began our Members’ Voices series. 2025 includes monthly episodes featuring 1199ers who share how and WHY they began their health journeys—and the strategies they’ve picked up along the way. Each story is sure to provide you with inspiration and down-to-earth advice to help you on your own health journey!
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Health Is the Key, a podcast
Food for Thought: Discover Mindful Eating, with Janet Lau, RD
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
This April on Health Is the Key, we are joined by Janet Lau, an Integrative Registered Dietitian, who fills us in on the basics of mindful eating—and its benefits. In this month’s episode, Janet shares her own journey overcoming unhealthy eating patterns and offers simple tips on how to enjoy all the benefits that mindful eating can bring to your healthy living journey.
And don’t miss this month’s Key Note, launching April 16, when Janet explains what to expect when starting a mindful eating plan, including the tools and support that can spell success.
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Pension Benefit Information Session: NBF Pre-Retiree Pension & Health Benefits
Tuesday, May 6, at 6:00 pm
It’s never too early to start preparing for your retirement. Learn about the benefits available to you as a retiree, how to apply for your pension, and if you are eligible to receive retiree health coverage.
Please note there will be two half-hour daytime sessions. Choose the one that works best for you and sign up today!Registration
Times: Noon to 12:30 pm; 1:00 pm to 1:30 pmWhen registering, please type the 10-digit Member ID number from your Health Benefits ID card in the field marked “phone number”—not your phone number—so we can send you your individual Explanation of Benefits (EOB) in advance of the webinar. If you are interested in learning more about your pension benefit and how to apply for it online, visit our Pension and Retirement page and sign up for My Account.
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Yoga and Pilates Fusion Flow
Tuesday, May 6, at 6:30 pm
Ready to exercise your way to better health? Join the Benefit Funds’ all-new two-month series of exercise classes for members. Practice flexibility and mindfulness with yoga, all from the comfort and convenience of your own home. -
Aetna New Members Orientation
Wednesday, May 7, at 11:00 am
In this session, you’ll learn about the different parts of Medicare, how your 1199SEIU Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan (medical, prescription & dental) works, plus how you can keep seeing the doctors you know and trust.
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Retirees: Chair Yoga
Wednesday, May 7, at 11:00 am
Loosen and stretch tense muscles, reduce stress, improve circulation, and build strength and balance while doing seated exercises.
Meeting ID: 884 1636 6703
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FWHE Programs and Services Overview
Wednesday, May 7, at 6:00 pm
Learn about the programs and services offered through the Financial Wellness and Homebuyer Education Program at this monthly Zoom workshop.
When registering, please type the 10-digit Member ID number from your Health Benefits ID card in the field marked “Last Name”—not your Last Name.
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Dance
Saturday, May 10, at 10:00 am
Ready to exercise your way to better health? Join the Benefit Funds’ all-new two-month series of exercise classes for members. Get into the groove with an African dance class, all from the comfort and convenience of your own home. -
Practical Tips to Improve Your Well-being
Saturday, May 10, at 10:00 am
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Good news: there’s something you can do about it! Find out more at our next online workshop. A Wellness Department Social Worker will guide you through strategies to manage stress, improve your mood and take control of your mental health. Sign up today!
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Practical Tips to Improve Your Well-being
Tuesday, May 13, at 6:00 pm
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Good news: there’s something you can do about it! Find out more at our next online workshop. A Wellness Department Social Worker will guide you through strategies to manage stress, improve your mood and take control of your mental health. Sign up today!
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Yoga and Pilates Fusion Flow
Tuesday, May 13, at 6:30 pm
Ready to exercise your way to better health? Join the Benefit Funds’ all-new two-month series of exercise classes for members. Practice flexibility and mindfulness with yoga, all from the comfort and convenience of your own home. -
Retirees: Chair Yoga
Wednesday, May 14, at 11:00 am
Loosen and stretch tense muscles, reduce stress, improve circulation, and build strength and balance while doing seated exercises.
Meeting ID: 884 1636 6703
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GNY Pension Benefit Information Session
Thursday, May 15, at 1:00 pm
Learn about the benefits available to you as a retiree and find out whether you are eligible to receive supplemental health coverage during this Pension Benefit Information webinar.
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Dance
Saturday, May 17, at 10:00 am
Ready to exercise your way to better health? Join the Benefit Funds’ all-new two-month series of exercise classes for members. Get into the groove with an African dance class, all from the comfort and convenience of your own home. -
NAMI-NYC: Family and Friends
Tuesday, May 20, at 1:00 pm
“Family and Friends” share ways to support someone who is struggling with mental illness—and will connect you with a community that understands what you’re going through.
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Yoga and Pilates Fusion Flow
Tuesday, May 20, at 6:30 pm
Ready to exercise your way to better health? Join the Benefit Funds’ all-new two-month series of exercise classes for members. Practice flexibility and mindfulness with yoga, all from the comfort and convenience of your own home. -
Retirees: Chair Yoga
Wednesday, May 21, at 11:00 am
Loosen and stretch tense muscles, reduce stress, improve circulation, and build strength and balance while doing seated exercises.
Meeting ID: 884 1636 6703
