For Medicare-Eligible Retirees covered under the NYCDCC Welfare Fund, UnitedHealthcare (“UHC”) is providing coverage for diabetes glucose meters and testing strips under the Preferred Diabetic Supply Program. Effective January 1, 2021, the program will provide the following OneTouch® and Accu-Chek® items at a $0 cost share to Medicare-Eligible Retirees: Glucose… read more...

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Mental Health Facts Fact -1 in 5 of the world’s children and adolescents have mental health disorders. Approximately half of mental health disorders begin before the age of 14. Fact -Mental health and substance use disorders are the leading cause of disability worldwide. About 23% of lost time because of… read more...

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Early detection saves lives! That’s why the NYCDCC Welfare Fund has partnered with Memorial Sloan Kettering, the top-ranked cancer hospital in the Northeast, to make it easier for you and your family to be aware of the actions you can take to reduce your risk of cancer or identify it… read more...

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The Welfare Fund covers Medicare-Eligible Retirees who qualify for the Fund’s retiree coverage through UnitedHealthcare (“UHC”) and Non-Medicare-Eligible Retirees who qualify for the Fund’s retiree coverage through Empire BlueCross BlueShield (“Empire”). For UHC coverage, you and your Medicare-Eligible dependents must (1) notify the Welfare Fund that you and/or your dependents… read more...

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For NYCDCC members who were at Ground Zero and are in search of assistance, the Benefit Funds would like to offer you information regarding the World Trade Center ("WTC") Health Program. The WTC Health Program provides medical monitoring and treatment for emergency responders, recovery, and cleanup workers, and volunteers who… read more...

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While many people recognize the importance of routine annual physicals, the significance of yearly eye examinations is sometimes overlooked. An annual eye examination can not only lead to an early diagnosis of conditions that can potentially cause blindness, but they can also provide an early indicator of hidden chronic diseases… read more...

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The Board of Trustees of the New York City District Council of Carpenters (“NYCDCC”) Benefit Funds has announced the retirement of current Executive Director Dave Stewart, and the appointment of current Director of Administrative Services, Kristin O’Brien, as Mr. Stewart’s successor, effective September 8, 2020. Mr. Stewart will be staying… read more...

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Please be advised that your "September" vacation payments, regardless of whether you are being paid via rapid! PayCard or direct deposit, will be transmitted on or about Tuesday, September 1st. You should check your balance by end-of-day on the 1st to confirm receipt of your payment. You can do so… read more...

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fund Office has taken the precaution of requiring NYCDCC members to schedule appointments prior to being seen by a Member Services Representative in person at 395 Hudson Street. To help aid members in scheduling these appointments, the Fund Office has now added a form… read more...

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To maximize your benefits under the various Funds, it is important to remember that you must keep the Fund Office updated on any changes you may undergo in your life. Here are some tips to keep your information up-to-date with the Fund Office. You can make these changes by either… read more...

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Due to circumstances beyond the Fund Office’s control, the launching of the website’s new and improved Member Portal on Monday will be temporarily delayed. As soon as we have an updated time frame, we will report it to you immediately. Please check our website and social media pages often for… read more...

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With kids home from school and the future of summer camps pending, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. As such, the MEND Program has put together a guide that seeks to support families in fostering age-appropriate conversations about COVID-19 and relieve some stress by compiling educational and art-based activities… read more...

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Memorial Sloan Kettering ("MSK") is recognized as a world leader in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancer. Their skin cancer specialists take a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment. They prioritize the quality of life of the people they care for, providing social services, emotional support, integrative medicine, and… read more...

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In an effort to improve the online experience of the NYCDCC membership, the Benefit Funds is pleased to announce that we will be launching a newly redesigned Member Login Portal next week. The official launch, which will take place on Monday, July, 13th, will be the culmination of a concerted… read more...

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As New York State is set to enter Phase III of its reopening following the PAUSE related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fund Office will begin accepting member walk-ins at 395 Hudson Street, by appointment, and on a limited basis only, effective July 6th, 2020. Please note the following guidelines… read more...

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In an effort to continue assisting NYCDCC members and retirees through the financial and physical strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Board of Trustees has approved the following temporary changes to Welfare Fund eligibility and retiree premiums. These changes will be effective for the third quarter of the year… read more...

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On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund (the “Fund), we would like to once again congratulate the 25 recipients of this year’s Charles Johnson Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Their achievements, both academically and in their communities, are a testament to… read more...

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Under the NYCDCC Welfare Fund, you have both In-Network and Out-of-Network benefits through Empire BlueCross BlueShield (“Empire”). However, it is more costly to you when using Out-of-Network providers. Out-of-Network benefits have higher Annual Deductibles, Co-Insurance, and Out-of-Pocket Maximums. In addition, you can also be balance-billed for any difference between the… read more...

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The very foundation of the New York City and Vicinity District Council of Carpenters is to fight for the rights of every worker to be treated equally and to guarantee that every worker in our represented trades has rights in the workplace, a fair wage, a healthy family and hope… read more...

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Active NYCDCC members and pre-Medicare retirees eligible for Empire BlueCross BlueShield health coverage through the Welfare Fund have several cost-free, in-network and out-of-network options for undergoing COVID-19 testing and Antibody testing. Please note that walk-in testing without an appointment or prescription from a doctor is available at City MD Urgent… read more...

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