Archives - December 2022
Archives - December 2022
REMINDER: Independence Administrators ID Cards to Arrive Before New Year for January 1, 2023 Effective Date
Just a reminder that, in preparation for the NYCDCC Welfare Fund's third-party administrator change from Empire BlueCross BlueShield ("Empire") to Independence Administrators ("IA"), your new ID cards have already been mailed and should arrive at your respective homes prior to the new year. Please remember that effective January 1, 2023… read more...
January 2023 Pension Payments to be Transmitted January 3rd Due to Bank Holiday
Due to New Year's Day (Sunday, January 1, 2023) falling on a weekend, the holiday will be observed on Monday, January 2, 2023. As such, monthly pension payments will not be transmitted by the bank until the business day following the official holiday observation (Tuesday, January 3, 2023). We apologize… read more...
NYCDCC Annuity Fund Participants to Receive Pro Rata Disbursement to Individual Accounts
The Board of Trustees of the New York City District Council of Carpenters Annuity Plan is pleased to announce a disbursement of assets from the Plan’s administrative account to its participants. Thanks to cost savings and investment gains, the administrative account of the Annuity Plan has grown so that excess… read more...
A Guide to Your Benefits Transition from Empire to Independence Administrators
As the Benefit Funds recently reported, effective January 1, 2023, the NYCDCC Welfare Fund's third-party administrator for Medical/Hospital coverage will be transitioning from Empire BlueCross BlueShield to Independence Administrators ("IA"). To help you further understand this transition, the Fund Office has put together a short video containing the main details… read more...
The Holidays and Your Wellness
The holiday season typically is a time of joyful celebrations with family and friends. Many people look forward to gathering, exchanging gifts, and celebrating traditions. A few things to keep in mind during this holiday season… - 1 in 3 Americans feel sad or lonely during the holidays. It’s normal… read more...
Be Sure to Update your Coordination of Benefits with Independence Administrators if you or an Eligible Dependent are Covered under Multiple Health Plans
If you or an eligible dependent are covered under multiple health plans, be sure to submit a Coordination of Benefits (“COB”) form to Independence Administrators (“IA”) so that your health insurance claims are processed properly. To submit or update your COB, you can: Call IA’s Customer Service Center at 1… read more...
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month
WHAT IS SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. In most cases, SAD symptoms begin in the late fall and early winter as the days become shorter. As days become shorter, the lower levels of sunlight may affect your… read more...
Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!
As we celebrate the upcoming holidays, take a moment to thank a caregiver. Most of us will identify with the role of caregiver at some point. Whether it is caring for a child, an ill loved one, or an aging family member, the reality of caregiving is often demanding and… read more...
