The holiday season typically is a time of joyful celebrations with family and friends. Many people look forward to gathering together, exchanging gifts, and celebrating traditions. However, this holiday season, COVID-19 and physical distancing have added a new type of stress to the season. Some things to keep in mind… read more...

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As we are nearing the end of the year and the quarter, we wanted to provide you with a quick reminder on how you can easily check your Welfare hours and eligibility through the Member Login Portal (i-Site) of the Benefit Funds’ website and/or the Interactive Voice Response (“IVR”) System.… read more...

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As you know, the NYCDCC Welfare Fund (the “Fund”) has been providing Paid Family Leave (“PFL”) under the Fund’s plan of benefits since the New York State PFL law became effective on January 1, 2018. The Fund’s PFL has been provided on an insured basis through Wesco Insurance Company. The… read more...

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-Office Will Operate Remotely and Continue to Service Membership Until it is Deemed Safe to Return -The Health of our Members and Employees is our Number One Priority   Due to renewed concerns regarding the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the United States, and particularly New York City, the… read more...

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Please be advised that your "December" vacation payments, regardless of whether you are being paid via rapid! PayCard or direct deposit, will be transmitted on or about Tuesday, December 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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In honor of November’s Lung Cancer Awareness Month,  please join Memorial Sloan Kettering’s multidisciplinary team of experts on November 19th & 20th, as they discuss a variety of topics related to lung cancer screening and care. Please click this link to register and refer to the attached event flier for… read more...

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in incidences of family violence and child abuse across the globe. Fear, frustration, uncertainty, economic hardship, increased stress levels, and barriers to resources are all contributing factors to this increase. In addition, support systems such as extended family, religious institutions, schools,… read more...

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Each year, the NYCDCC Benefit Funds is notified of a group of participants who default on their Annuity Fund loans through Prudential. Below are some tips for avoiding default and associated tax consequences. To ensure that you do not default on your NYCDCC Annuity Fund loan through Prudential: Be sure… read more...

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*The below information was provided by Memorial Sloan Kettering. Working and Caregiving Around the Clock 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… read more...

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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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