February is National Cancer Prevention Month and to promote this cause, our partner Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK Direct), is offering our membership a chance to participate in an hour-long webinar titled, "The Importance of Cancer Screenings and Preventative Measures." To learn more, you can click the flyer or read the… read more...

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Did you know that February is American Heart Month? To raise awareness and educate our members, the NYCDCCBF has put together a list of resources that promote cardiovascular health. Below you will find resources including videos, wellness tips, tools to monitor your heart health, and more. For more information about… read more...

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The New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center will be holding its 52nd Annual Graduating Apprentice Exhibits and Open House on Wednesday, April 5th, 2023, from 8AM - 4PM. The graduating apprentices will participate in building projects for the trades of General Carpentry, Interior Systems, Dock Builder, Timbermen,… read more...

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As part of the transition from Empire BlueCross BlueShield to Independence Administrators, effective January 1, 2023, the NYCDCC Welfare Fund also switched telehealth providers from LiveHealth Online to MDLIVE. (*This does not apply to retirees who are covered through UnitedHealthcare).  We recommend that you set up your MDLIVE account as… read more...

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Practicing good eye care and visiting the eye doctor regularly are essential to healthy lives for people of all ages. While nearly 100 million Americans are at high risk for vision loss, only half have visited an eye doctor in the past 12 months. Learning more about eye care, eye… read more...

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Human papillomavirus ("HPV") and the cancers caused by the virus are everyone’s concern. Each year, more than 34,000 people in the US will develop cancers linked to HPV, but the majority of these cases can be prevented with vaccination before exposure. We encourage you to watch this short video to… read more...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Currently, the third-party administrator for the medical/hospital coverage provided by the New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund (the “Fund”) is Empire BlueCross BlueShield (“Empire”). Please be advised that, effective January 1, 2023, Independence Administrators (“IA”), a BlueCross/BlueShield Affiliate, will become the third-party administrator for the Fund’s medical/hospital… read more...

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Did you know that lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women in the United States? It develops when abnormal cells grow in either the lungs or the bronchi (the air tubes that lead to the lungs). Knowing your risk for getting lung cancer will… read more...

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Please be advised that, if you receive your vacation payments via direct deposit, you must make sure that your bank account information is correct in the Fund Office's system. In particular, if you want to ensure that you receive your "December" vacation payment without delay or interruption, you must make… read more...

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We have great news for Medicare-Eligible NYCDCC Welfare Fund participants who are covered under UnitedHealthcare (“UHC”)! Effective January 1, 2023, UHC will offer Lifeline Personal Emergency Response System (“PERS”) at no cost to covered participants who wish to utilize the service. PERS is a system that allows users to ask… read more...

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DID YOU KNOW? Mammograms have helped lower the number of people who died from breast cancer in the United States by 40%! Early detection saves lives! That’s why The New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund (the “Welfare Fund”) has partnered with Memorial Sloan Kettering, a world-leading cancer… read more...

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You may have recently noticed that you are receiving medical test results (via email, smartphone, medical chart applications, etc.) before your provider/doctor has had a chance to see or review them. This is due to a federal law called the 21st Century Cures Act (the “Cures Act”) which requires that… read more...

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