Winter 2019
With the New Year come new beginnings and a fresh start. In this issue of For Your Benefit, we tell you about a change to your dental benefit. We learned that some of you were facing unexpected costs with the broader EmblemHealth dental network we introduced in April 2017. So we worked with EmblemHealth to help ensure that your current plan matches your former plan’s level of benefits, now covering more services and minimizing or eliminating your out-of-pocket costs.
We also share with you the information you need to stay healthy and informed. You will read about a change in the way doctors assess the risk of heart disease — a condition that affects nearly half of our members. In his column, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Van H. Dunn discusses the resources your Benefit Fund offers to help you lower your risk, including our Hypertension Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Program. In addition, you will learn about Dr. Dunn’s new Healthy Living Spotlight videos on diabetes, a common risk factor for heart disease. And much more »
Dr. Van H. Dunn, Chief Medical Officer, Talks Heart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women–every 40 seconds, someone suffers a heart attack.
Your Dental Plan Has Gotten an Upgrade
To prevent members from facing unnecessary out-of-pocket costs in the future, we worked with EmblemHealth to fix the problem.
Get Your High Blood Pressure Under Control with Our Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Program
If you’re struggling with hypertension, or high blood pressure, your Benefit Fund can help.
Protecting Our Health Calendar
Your Benefit Fund’s 2019 Protecting Our Health calendar is available now!
National Benefit Fund Members: Paid Family Leave Benefit Increases for 2019
The 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund began administering New York State’s PFL benefit in 2018, at no cost to members.
Time Is Running Out! Claim Your Earned Income Tax Credit
It’s still not too late to make sure you get the most out of your 2018 tax return.
Give Healthcare Providers Access to Your Medical Information
Allow doctors, nurses and other health professionals to access your medical records through Healthix, a leader in health information exchange services.
Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?
Heart disease is the number one cause of death among men and women in the U.S., but many are unaware of the risk factors and lifestyle choices that increase their chances of developing the disease.
Shernel Phillips-Williams from Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State
Thanks to all of her 1199SEIU benefits, Shernel Phillips-Williams has improved her health, secured quality child care for her daughter and bought her first home with her husband.
Plan for Retirement with Our Free Online Financial Health Series
Stop stressing about money and take control of your finances by signing up for our new online series.
Membership Advantages
Your Rights Under the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act
If you are battling breast cancer, your 1199SEIU Benefit Fund is here to support you every step of the way.
Our Prenatal Workshop Can Help Ensure You Have a Healthy Pregnancy
With the Benefit Fund’s free and confidential Prenatal Care Program, you’ll learn about the habits that lead to a healthier pregnancy with fewer complications.
Give Your Brain a Boost at Our Next Wellness Workshop
January is a great time to make positive lifestyle changes, and you can start by attending our Wellness Department’s first workshop of 2019.
Counseling Services Set the Course for Academic and Career Success
As an 1199SEIU member, you have access to free, one-on-one academic and career counseling services from our Training and Employment Funds.
Give Your Child an Unforgettable Experience
The Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program allows eligible children between the ages of nine (9) and fifteen (15) to attend two- to four-week summer sleep-away camps located along the East Coast.