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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Health Is the Key, a podcast
The Highs and Lows of Blood Pressure, with Dr. Robert Ostfeld
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Joining us to kick off Hypertension Awareness Month is Dr. Robert Ostfeld, a cardiologist at Montefiore Medical Center. In the episode, Dr. Ostfeld breaks down the symptoms and risks of high blood pressure and shares how lifestyle changes—like adding more plant-based foods to our meals—can help regulate blood pressure.
And come back May 21 for this month’s Key Note, when Dr. Ostfeld explains how poor sleep contributes to high blood pressure and what we can do to improve both.
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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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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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FWHE Programs and Services Overview
Saturday, May 17, at 10:00 am
Learn about the programs and services offered through the Financial Wellness and Homebuyer Education Program at this monthly Zoom workshop.
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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
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Pension Benefit Information Session: NBF Pre-Retiree Pension & Health Benefits
Wednesday, May 21, at 12:00 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!When 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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Understanding Your Paycheck
Wednesday, May 21, at 6:00 pm
In this webinar, you’ll learn about payroll and tax deductions, social security, Medicare, FICA and more.
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Dance
Saturday, May 24, 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. -
Yoga and Pilates Fusion Flow
Tuesday, May 27, 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.
