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  • President’s Message

    President’s Message

    President’s Message

    Dear Sisters and Brothers,

    Welcome to Fall! The leaves and weather aren’t the only things changing—this is also a great time for personal reflection, making new habits and recommitting to your goals from earlier in the year. You might notice dramatic changes happening in nature, but don’t forget to take notice of the small, gradual changes as well. Remember: You are making progress every day!

    Your health is your wealth, and the best way to prevent illness or stay on the path to healthy living is with preventive care. Consider this your reminder to schedule those annual exams with your doctor and make sure you are up to date on all your immunizations. It’s normal to feel a little anxiety about getting checked out, but knowing where you stand is the only way to get ahead of the curve on any needed treatments as soon as possible or simply get some peace of mind.

    While keeping on top of your physical health is essential to healthy living, don’t forget that keeping an active mind and staying engaged in your community complete the head-to-toe care package. Your Benefit Fund has the tools and resources to help connect you with 1199ers near and far with online and in-person monthly meetings and classes. Get moving, get social, and explore and build new skill sets with a wide range of activities like Inspirational Chorus, Photography, Line Dancing, Needlework and much, much more. Creating a routine now expands your network of support and helps prevent the feelings of isolation or loneliness that can throw us for a loop during the Winter months. Browse the class and meetings listings to find the perfect fit for your health routine.

    Our 1199 retiree community is full of vibrant personalities and an uplifting energy, and sharing our time and talents with one another only makes us healthier and happier. Together, we’re stronger! As always, if you have questions or concerns, the Funds are just a call away. Reach out to the Retired Members Division at (646) 473-8666.

    In solidarity,

    Mary Stovall-Merrill


    Queridos hermanos y hermanas:

    ¡Les damos la bienvenida al otoño! Las hojas y el clima no son las únicas cosas que cambian, también es un buen momento para la reflexión personal, la creación de nuevos hábitos y volver a comprometerse con sus objetivos de principios de año. Es posible que note cambios dramáticos en la naturaleza, pero no olvide tomar nota de los cambios pequeños y graduales también. Recuerde: ¡todos los días hace progreso!

    La salud es riqueza, y la mejor manera de prevenir enfermedades o mantenerse en el camino hacia una vida saludable es con atención preventiva. Considere esto un recordatorio para programar los exámenes anuales con su médico y asegurarse de estar al día con todas sus vacunas. Es normal sentir un poco de ansiedad por hacerse chequeos, pero saber cómo se encuentra es la única manera de adelantarse a los tratamientos necesarios lo antes posible o solo para tener algo de tranquilidad.

    Si bien mantenerse al tanto de su salud física es esencial para una vida saludable, no olvide que mantener activa la mente y estar involucrado en su comunidad también conforman este paquete de cuidado integral. Su Fondo de Beneficios tiene las herramientas y los recursos para ayudarle a conectarse con otros miembros de 1199 con reuniones y clases mensuales en línea y en persona, ¡sin importar qué tan cerca o lejos estén! Muévase, socialice, y explore y desarrolle nuevas habilidades con una amplia gama de actividades como coro inspirador, fotografía, baile en línea, costura y mucho, mucho más. Crear una rutina amplía su red de apoyo y ayuda a prevenir las sensaciones de aislamiento o soledad que pueden desconcertarnos durante los meses de invierno. Explore los listados de clases y reuniones para encontrar la actividad perfecta para su rutina de salud.

    Nuestra comunidad de jubilados de 1199 está llena de personalidades vibrantes y una energía inspiradora, y compartir nuestro tiempo y talentos entre nosotros solo nos hace más saludables y felices. ¡Juntos somos más fuertes! Como siempre, si tiene preguntas o inquietudes, los Fondos están a una llamada de distancia. Comuníquese con la División de Afiliados Jubilados llamando al (646) 473-8666.

    En solidaridad,

    Mary Stovall-Merrill

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  • A Message From Yvonne Armstrong, 1199SEIU President

    A Message From Yvonne Armstrong, 1199SEIU President

    A Message From Yvonne Armstrong, 1199SEIU President

    We Lead Because We Must
    By 1199SEIU President Yvonne Armstrong

    We are living through another defining moment for our union, our patients and our country. And just like generations of 1199ers before us, we are being called to lead.

    For more than 90 years, 1199 members have stood at the heart of the fight for justice—organizing workers, transforming jobs, protecting healthcare and defending our communities. We’ve led civil rights movements, passed landmark healthcare laws and raised standards across the industry. Our strength has always come from our unity, our clarity of purpose and our willingness to fight when it matters most.

    Today, it matters more than ever.

    This summer, Republican leaders in Washington, D.C. passed what I’m calling the “Big Ugly Bill”—a name that still doesn’t fully capture the harm it will cause to working families. This bill slashes Medicaid by $1 trillion. It’s the largest cut to healthcare in U.S. history. Every single hospital, nursing home, clinic, pharmacy and homecare agency where 1199 members work will feel the impact.

    But healthcare isn’t the only target. The bill also cuts SNAP and other food assistance programs that millions—including many of our members and their families—depend on to put food on the table. At a time when costs are rising, this bill takes away the basics: care, food and dignity.

    The token giveaways—like a narrow tax break on overtime—are temporary and riddled with loopholes. They’re meant to distract us from the truth: This is a massive transfer of wealth away from our communities and into the pockets of the ultra-rich.

    And that’s not all. While gutting essential programs, the bill quadruples federal funding for immigration raids and detention. That means more ICE raids, more fear in our workplaces and more families torn apart.

    In Brooklyn, for example, 1199 member Cassandra McGuire told us that staffing is worsening at her nursing home—not because there aren’t enough workers, but because immigrant caregivers, regardless of status, are afraid to show up. The fear of being questioned, detained or swept up in an ICE raid is real—and it’s creating a crisis in care.

    In Massachusetts, 1199 PCA Janice Guzman joined SEIU’s Justice Journey to Louisiana and saw the horrific conditions in ICE detention centers—where people are packed into cages, denied medical care and in some cases, have died from neglect.

    When our co-workers are targeted, when fear replaces safety on the job, when patients go without care and families without food, it weakens all of us. 1199 has always stood for the dignity and humanity of every worker. Our fight must include standing with immigrant members and defending the programs our communities rely on. We don’t back down when any of us is under attack. We fight together, win together and move forward together.

    That’s why Secretary-Treasurer Veronica Turner-Biggs and I launched our unionwide Listening Tour—visiting worksites, talking with delegates and meeting members across all five states. We are hearing your ideas, your concerns and your priorities. And we are building a real plan of action—together—that puts members at the center.

    Because our power doesn’t come from the top. It comes from each of us doing our part.

    That includes taking political action. These cuts didn’t happen by accident—they’re the result of elections where the wrong people got into power. The only way we stop these attacks, take back the House and win for working families is by organizing politically with the same unity we bring to our contract fights.

    Here’s the truth: The only way we change the direction of this country is by organizing at full strength. That means building power at the ballot box and in the streets. And that starts with each of us. When we show up together—armed with our stories, our strategy and our solidarity—there’s nothing we can’t do.

    THIS SECTION IS PAID FOR BY 1199SEIU UNITED HEALTHCARE WORKERS EAST


    Lideramos porque debemos
    Por la Presidenta de 1199SEIU, Yvonne Armstrong

    Estamos atravesando otro momento decisivo para nuestro sindicato, nuestros pacientes y nuestro país. Y, al igual que a las generaciones de integrantes de 1199 anteriores a nosotros, se nos llama a liderar.

    Durante más de 90 años, los miembros 1199 han estado en el centro de la lucha por la justicia, organizando a los trabajadores, transformando empleos, protegiendo la atención médica y defendiendo a nuestras comunidades.

    Hemos liderado movimientos por los derechos civiles, hemos aprobado leyes históricas de atención médica y hemos elevado los estándares en toda la industria. Desde siempre, nuestra fuerza proviene de nuestra unidad, nuestra claridad de propósitos y nuestra voluntad de luchar cuando más importa.

    Y hoy en día, es más importante que nunca.

    Este verano, los líderes republicanos en Washington, D.C. aprobaron lo que yo llamo el “proyecto de ley desagradable”, un nombre que todavía no capta completamente el daño que causará a las familias trabajadoras. Este proyecto de ley recorta $1 billón de Medicaid. Es el mayor recorte a la atención médica en la historia de los Estados Unidos. Todos y cada uno de los hospitales, hogares de ancianos, clínicas, farmacias y agencias de atención domiciliaria donde trabajan miembros de 1199 sentirán su impacto.

    Pero la atención médica no es el único objetivo del proyecto de ley. También recorta el Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, SNAP) y otros programas de asistencia alimentaria de los que dependen millones de personas, incluidos muchos de nuestros miembros y sus familias, para llevar comida a la mesa. En una época en que los costos están en aumento, este proyecto de ley elimina lo básico: el cuidado, la alimentación y la dignidad.

    Los obsequios simbólicos, como una reducción impositiva limitada sobre las horas extra, son temporales y están plagados de vacíos legales. Existen para distraernos de la verdad: se trata de una transferencia masiva de riqueza de nuestras comunidades a los bolsillos de los multimillonarios.

    Y eso no es todo. Al mismo tiempo que destruye programas esenciales, el proyecto de ley cuadruplica los fondos federales para las redadas y detenciones de inmigrantes. Eso significa más redadas del servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE), más miedo en nuestros lugares de trabajo y más familias destrozadas.

    En Brooklyn, por ejemplo, Cassandra McGuire, miembro de 1199, nos dijo que la dotación de personal en su hogar de ancianos está empeorando, no porque no haya suficientes trabajadores, sino porque los cuidadores inmigrantes, independientemente de su estatus, tienen miedo de ir a trabajar. El miedo a ser interrogado, detenido o arrestado en una redada de ICE es real, y está creando una crisis en la atención médica.

    En Massachusetts, la asistente de cuidado personal de 1199 Janice Guzmán se unió a la campaña Justice Journey de SEIU y fue hasta Luisiana; allí vio las condiciones horribles en los centros de detención de ICE, donde las personas están hacinadas en jaulas, se les niega atención médica y, en algunos casos, han muerto por negligencia.

    Cuando nuestros compañeros de trabajo son atacados, cuando el miedo reemplaza la seguridad en el trabajo, cuando los pacientes se quedan sin atención y las familias sin comida, nos debilita a todos. En 1199 siempre hemos defendido la dignidad y la humanidad de cada trabajador. Nuestra lucha debe incluir apoyar a los miembros inmigrantes y defender los programas de los que dependen nuestras comunidades. No retrocedemos cuando alguno de nosotros está siendo atacado. Luchamos juntos, ganamos juntos y avanzamos juntos.

    Es por eso que la secretaria y tesorera Veronica Turner-Biggs y yo lanzamos nuestra “Gira de escucha” (Listening Tour) en todo el sindicato, un evento en la que visitamos lugares de trabajo, hablamos con delegados y nos reunimos con miembros en los cinco estados. Escuchamos sus ideas, sus preocupaciones y sus prioridades. Y estamos construyendo un verdadero plan de acción, juntos, que se enfoca en los miembros.

    Porque nuestro poder no viene de arriba. Viene de que cada uno de nosotros haga su parte.

    Eso incluye la adopción de medidas políticas. Estos recortes no ocurrieron por accidente, son el resultado de elecciones en las que las personas equivocadas llegaron al poder. La única manera de detener estos ataques, recuperar la Cámara de Representantes y ganar para las familias trabajadoras es organizándonos políticamente con la misma unidad que tenemos en nuestras luchas contractuales.

    Esta es la verdad: la única manera de cambiar el rumbo de este país es organizándonos con toda nuestra fuerza. Eso significa construir poder en las urnas y en las calles. Y eso comienza con cada uno de nosotros. Cuando vamos juntos, armados con nuestras historias, nuestra estrategia y nuestra solidaridad, no hay nada que no podamos hacer.

    ESTA SECCIÓN LA FINANCIA 1199SEIU UNITED HEALTHCARE WORKERS EAST

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  • Message From the Executive Director and CEO, Fall 2025

    Message From the Executive Director and CEO, Fall 2025

    Message From the Executive Director and CEO, Fall 2025

    Dear 1199SEIU Members,

    Every season brings new opportunities for us to grow, to change and to make health a priority. As we step into Fall, I want to remind you of something powerful: You are never alone on this journey. Every day, the Benefit Funds stand beside you, offering the tools, resources and support you need to live a fuller, healthier life—for yourself, your family and your community.

    In this issue of For Your Benefit, you’ll discover just how life-changing preventive care can be. From screenings to vaccinations, early action can save lives. This is clearly illustrated by the inspirational stories of fellow 1199ers Diana Suárez, a Housekeeper at The Pavilion at Queens for Rehabilitation & Nursing, and Michael Vanacore, a Patient Navigator at Northwell Health. Their courage and resilience remind us that taking even one step toward better health can open doors to healing and hope.

    And they are not alone. Over the years, so many of you have shared your motivational stories—of perseverance, recovery and growth—that continue to inspire fellow members to take the next step on their own health journeys. Your voices remind us all that change is possible.

    It’s important to remember that true well-being means caring for your whole self—mind, body and future. That’s why we continue to expand programs that bring you balance and peace of mind, whether it’s through mental health support, financial literacy or career growth opportunities. Investing in your well-being benefits everyone you love.

    Every day, the Benefit Funds stand beside you, offering the tools, resources and support you need to live a fuller, healthier life—for yourself, your family and your community.

    Stay Connected

    This season, I encourage you to lean in: Explore our resources, be inspired by your fellow members’ stories and take full advantage of the opportunities available to you as an 1199er. Most importantly, keep making your health a priority—because every step you take matters, and together those steps add up to lasting change.

    To stay up to date, please verify your contact information so we can reach you with the latest programs and resources. You can visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/member-contact-form to make sure we have your current information.

    Thank you for the strength and inspiration you bring to our 1199SEIU family. Together, we are proving that health is not just a goal—it is the key to building the future we all deserve.

    In good health,

    Donna Rey, EdD

    Executive Director, 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

    CEO, 1199SEIU Funds Administrative Operations

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  • A conversation with our doctors

    A conversation with our doctors

    A conversation with our doctors

    Dr. Van H. Dunn, Chief Medical Officer

    Dr. Lela Mayers, Deputy Chief Medical Officer

    Dr. Lela Mayers, Deputy Chief Medical Officer

    Dr. Dunn and Dr. Mayers recently sat down to talk about practical steps you can take to stay healthy now—and healthy later. Here’s a brief transcript from their conversation. To hear their more in-depth discussion on prevention, personalized care and holistic well-being click the link above.

    Dr. Dunn: Happy New Year! I’d like to begin by reminding everyone that if you haven’t received your flu shot or COVID-19 vaccine, there is still time! Vaccination significantly reduces the risk of severe respiratory illness for you, your patients or residents, and your family.

    Dr. Mayers: I agree—it’s not too late. We’re both primary care doctors, so we believe in the value of vaccines, preventive screenings and establishing a relationship with your doctor or provider. But today, we want to focus on the programs and resources available to members for both preventive care and chronic condition management. One example is Ochsner Digital Medicine. This is a doctor-led program for those who are living with diabetes and/or hypertension.

    Dr. Dunn: Participants may receive a blood pressure cuff or continuous glucose monitor to share readings digitally with a care team, which usually includes a health coach and a doctor. I think what impressed me is that this program not only supports disease management but also promotes overall health improvement.

    Dr. Mayers: And they communicate with your primary care doctor, so it enhances that relationship, rather than replacing it.

    Dr. Dunn: Exactly. It provides valuable day-to-day insights your doctor might otherwise not have.

    Dr. Mayers: Of course, Ochsner is just one option. We offer multiple programs so members can choose what fits their needs.

    Dr. Dunn: It’s all about meeting members where they are.

    Dr. Mayers: That’s why we also offer so many telehealth programs.

    Dr. Dunn: Our members have busy schedules so we want to make sure they have access to programs that fit into their lives.

    Dr. Mayers: Our message is simple: The choice is yours. If one program isn’t the right fit, try another.

    Dr. Dunn: Another new program we began offering last year is FlyteHealth. It’s a virtual, physician-driven program focused on weight loss and management. Participants receive a scale and work with a doctor, nurse practitioner, coach or nutritionist. Medication may be prescribed after evaluation. And this program also works in coordination with your own doctor.

    Dr. Mayers: Members can also enroll in the Virta program, which focuses on diabetes management through personalized nutrition plans.

    Dr. Dunn: Virta helps you adapt your favorite recipes into healthier options. Many of our members have seen excellent results with this program.

    Dr. Mayers: Small, consistent changes lead to success. We also offer WeightWatchers® at a reduced rate through the Benefit Funds. WW emphasizes education, moderation and tracking—not restriction.

    Dr. Dunn: Our Wellness Department provides additional support, including nurses, nutritionists, health educators and online workshops.

    Dr. Mayers: For those with chronic conditions, our care management program offers personalized nurse support.

    Dr. Dunn: I guess what we’re saying is that we have many programs and resources available to help members stay healthy.

    Dr. Mayers: Don’t miss our health fairs when they come to your worksite; they’re an amazing opportunity for you to have a lot of preventive screenings done quickly. That way you’ll know your numbers.

    Dr. Dunn: Yes, knowing your numbers is the best way to assess your overall health so that you can take control of whatever needs attention.

    Dr. Mayers: We want to keep our members healthy and happy—so remember that we’re here for you in many different ways!

    Dr. Dunn: Yes, knowing your numbers is the best way to assess your overall health so that you can take control of whatever needs attention.

    Catch up on previous conversations with Dr. Dunn and Dr. Mayers

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  • Child Care Funds: Where to register for 2026

    Child Care Funds: Where to register for 2026

    Child Care Funds: Where to register for 2026

    Locations and Schedules

    NOTE: LOCATIONS, DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

    Online Registration: August 20, 2025 to October 31, 2025

    Registration ends at 4:00 pm on Friday, October 31, 2025.

    Virtual Registration: Began Monday, August 25, 2025

    Virtual registration will be done via appointment only.

    Call (212) 564-2220 or visit our registration page to make an appointment.

    In-person Registration:

    Manhattan Office

    498 Seventh Avenue, 2nd Floor
    New York, NY 10018

    September 2, 2025October 18, 2025

    • Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
    • Saturday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

    October 20, 2025October 30, 2025

    • Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
    • Saturday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

    October 31, 2025

    • Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

    Hicksville, Long Island, Office

    100 Duffy Avenue, 3rd Floor
    Hicksville, NY 11801

    September 2, 2025October 18, 2025

    • Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
    • Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

    October 20, 2025October 30, 2025

    • Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
    • Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

    October 31, 2025

    • Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

    White Plains Office

    10 Bank Street, 7th Floor
    White Plains, NY 10606
    • October 23, 2025, at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Brooklyn Office

    25 Elm Place, 1st Floor
    Brooklyn, NY 11201
    • October 15, 2025, at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Staten Island Office

    790 Port Richmond Avenue
    Staten Island, NY 10302
    • October 17, 2025, at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

    8900 Van Wyck Expressway, Cafeteria
    Jamaica, NY 11418
    • October 16, 2025, at 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

    Please note: In observance of Yom Kippur, all Funds offices will be closed on Thursday, October 2. There will be no in-person or virtual registration on that day.

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  • The Choice Is Yours

    The Choice Is Yours

    The Choice Is Yours

    We’re making it easier for you to access the programs available to support you on your health journey.

    So, if you’re looking to take the next step, explore the options below to see if one of them is right for you. Eligibility criteria apply.

    Ochsner Digital Medicine is a program to manage your high blood pressure and/or type 2 diabetes from home. When you join, you’ll get a free device* that connects to your phone and automatically sends readings to your Ochsner Digital Medicine care team for monitoring and clinical support. Your primary care physician will also be able to monitor your progress, so your entire care team is on the same page.

    *Blood pressure cuff and/or glucometer, where applicable.

    FlyteHealth is an innovative program for weight loss and health management. With FlyteHealth, you’ll have a medical care team, including physicians, nurse practitioners and registered dietitians, who will work with you to create a personalized care plan.

    When you join this program, you’ll use the FlyteHealth mobile app to receive ongoing support to help you improve your health and feel your best.

    There’s a reason why more than 7,800 1199ers have joined WeightWatchers®. With a proven track record of helping members reach their goals, WW provides meal planning, an award-winning app and more than 12,000 tasty recipes. We even have our own workshops and Connect social network to help 1199ers support one another. When you join through the Benefit Funds, you can take advantage of our discounted or no-cost membership!

    If you are living with type 2 diabetes, Virta can help. Virta partners with you to build an individualized nutrition plan you can stick with—because it’s designed for real life.

    If you are eligible for Virta, you will receive a Starter Kit, dedicated medical support, a nutrition therapy plan and flexible scheduling for health coaching via your communication preference (Zoom, messaging or phone calls).

    Learn more information about these programs

    Results may vary based on your clinical profile and adherence to the program you participate in.

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  • Online classes to support your journey!

    Online classes to support your journey!

    Online classes to support your journey!

    Practical Tips for Managing Anxiety

    Session 1

    Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 am

    Session 2

    Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:00 pm

    Dance Class

    January 24, 31, 2026

    Saturdays, 10:00 am

    February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

    Saturdays, 10:00 am

    March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

    Saturdays, 10:00 am

    April 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026

    Saturdays, 10:00 am

    Yoga and Pilates Fusion Flow

    January 20, 27, 2026

    Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

    February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026

    Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

    March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026

    Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

    April 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

    Tuesdays, 6:30 pm

    Heart Health at Any Age

    Session 1

    Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 10:00 am

    Session 2

    Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6:00 pm

    Can’t make these times? Create your own schedule with our library of wellness workshops and exercise videos on demand.

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  • For on-demand videos, visit the Benefits Channel!

    For on-demand videos, visit the Benefits Channel!

    For on-demand videos, visit the Benefits Channel!

    Finding a workshop that supports your health journey has never been easier with our on-demand video library! You spend so much time taking care of others, you may not make the time to care for yourself. On our Benefits Channel, you’ll find all the Wellness Department’s workshops on video, giving you the opportunity to take advantage of them where and when they fit into your schedule.

    Our wellness videos are categorized into three topics: exercise, nutrition and mental health. Browse titles such as “8 Dimensions of Wellness” as well as “Practical Tips to Improve Your Well-being.” Or you may be looking for a new exercise routine—why not try chair yoga?

    We also have a whole variety of nutrition videos, from “Eating Healthy on a Budget” to “Seasonal Herbs and Botanicals for Better Health.”

    The Benefits Channel has so much to offer, so take a minute to check it out today!

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  • Check out our new Healthy Babies page!

    Check out our new Healthy Babies page!

    Check out our new Healthy Babies page!

    We’re taking some of the guesswork out of preparing for a baby with this new section of our Healthy Living Resource Center.

    You can:

    • Browse expert advice from Dr. Dawnette Ann-Marie Lewis, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, North Shore University Hospital
    • Learn about building a strong relationship with your doctor
    • Find out about your rights as a patient
    • Access informative videos about pre- and post-natal care
    • Attend free online classes, hear from a midwife and more!

    Mom and baby “to-do” list

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  • Maternal Health Program

    Maternal Health Program

    Maternal Health Program

    With our free and confidential program, you’ll learn about the habits that lead to a healthier pregnancy and receive support in getting the best care. You can sign up by logging into the MyAccount app or visiting MyAccount.

    View our on-demand videos

    Whether it’s your first child or your third, our Wellness Department’s online maternal health video series can offer you support. Popular topics include what to expect as your due date approaches and how to care for yourself and your baby after delivery. Plus, we have a whole library of classes available to watch whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you. Check it out today!

    Ask the Expert: Take Charge of Your Labor

    Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 10:00 am

    Register for this workshop

    This workshop will also be available as an on-demand video.

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