New information was added to the website for disability insurance for both Part-Time and Full-Time members to address member questions from the workshops. This added information will detail the benefits, features and exclusions of the disability policy. Your...
Final Enrollment Deadline Approaching
Many of our members are eager to learn more about the benefit offerings for both Part-Time and Full-Time members. We understand many part-time members travel between campuses and have not able to attend a workshop of their choice. We have extended the deadline to...
One Policy Accomplishing Two Jobs
Have you ever considered applying for Long-Term Care Insurance, but thought it would be too expensive or too hard to go through the health screening process? The new Transamerica policies offered to Part-Time and Full-Time employees and spouses/domestic partners...
Your “Yes” Vote on AB 955 (Williams)
Dear Assemblywoman Gonzalez, It was extremely disappointing to see your affirmative vote last week on AB 955 (Williams). As you are well aware, since you helped us lobby Senator Marty Block against this bill prior to your election to the Assembly, this bill would...
You Said It We Listened
Many of our members were unhappy with the multiple steps required to see their coverage options for the new AFT Benefits offering for both Part-Time and Full-Time members. Starting today, the Self Enrollment calculators will no longer require an ID to access any of...
If you have asked yourself…
1. How would I pay my bills if I was injured or sick? 2. If I pass away, how would my loved ones cope? 3. If I become permanently disabled, how would my family afford the cost of the care? Attend a 30 minute workshop to learn more and have your questions...
Have you or your spouse been denied a Long Term Care Policy?
Here’s your chance to own a policy that has living benefits for long term care expenses. If you buy a $100,000 life insurance policy, you will own a $200,000 pool of money which can be used for home health, adult daycare, assisted living facility and nursing home...
Paid Phone Bank/Precinct Walk Opportunities Available in Mayor’s Race
Dear Colleagues, We will be hiring students and other friends of labor for a paid internship working to help elect a progressive Mayor for the City of San Diego. If you have students, friends, or family members, who would like to help elect David Alvarez as the next...
0% Interest Computer Loans Available For All AFT Members-2013
Dear Colleagues, If you are in the market for a new computer, or related peripherals, now is your chance to purchase up to $2,000 of equipment at a zero percent interest rate, paid back over twelve pay periods via payroll deduction. Please see the attached for more...
Labor Council Endorses David Alvarez
It’s David Alvarez! Last Friday evening, after five grueling hours of candidate interviews and spirited debate, the San Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council overwhelmingly endorsed David Alvarez for mayor. This decision came after weeks of intense lobbying...