For Your Benefit Magazine - Winter 2013

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Meet Our Featured Member

ELIONA FORDEJOHNSON Making Lasting Changes to Take Charge of Her Own Health

Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet!

Join Fellow Members on Our Facebook Page Our 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds’ Facebook page is helping hundreds of members stay up to date on the latest benefit and pension news, health fairs, workshops, wellness news and more. If you’re not yet one of them, just visit www.facebook.com/1199SEIUBenefitFunds and click on “Like.”We think you’ll be glad you did.

Únase a los Compañeros Miembros en Nuestra Página de Facebook La página de Facebook de nuestros Fondos de Beneficios y Pensiones de 1199SEIU está ayudando a cientos de miembros a mantenerse al día de las últimas novedades sobre beneficios y pensiones, ferias de salud, talleres, noticias sobre bienestar y mucho más. Si usted todavía no es uno de ellos, simplemente visite www.facebook.com/1199SEIUBenefitFunds y haga clic en “Like” (Me gusta). Estamos seguros de que se alegrará de hacerlo.

Make Sure Your Tax Refund Is All It Can Be

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Stay on Track All Year Long with the 2013 Protecting Our Health Calendar

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Stress Tests and Other Cardiology Procedures Now Require Prior Authorization

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Medco Is Now Express Scripts

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New Additions to the Specialty Care Pharmacy

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Make Sure Your Tax Refund Is All It Can Be

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Member Profile: Eliona FordeJohnson

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Kick Butts for Good! Make 2013 the year you stop smoking – forever

10 Start the New Year Off Right – Schedule Your Preventive Screenings Today 11 Keep Your New Year’s Resolution and Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet! 12 Prevent Injuries with Weight Training 14 7 Servings a Day for a Healthier You 16 Request the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Application 17 2013 Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program for Children Ages 9 to 15 Years 18 Talk to a Health Coach for Oneon-One Support

Despite our best intentions, the temptations of the holiday season make it all too easy to fall back into old, unhealthy habits. But you can still maintain a healthy lifestyle while celebrating with family and friends. Of course, you may not find time for exercise every day or you may overindulge in holiday foods now and then, but by sticking as closely as you can to your everyday diet and exercise routine, you can enjoy the season and not be hard on yourself for “cheating.” And when the New Year comes, you can ease back into your old routine without feeling as if you are starting from scratch.

Your Benefit Fund is committed to helping you do just that. In this issue of For Your Benefit, we offer all the support you need to make 2013 your healthiest year ever. We’ve included information about ways to fit more exercise into your day, and more fruits and vegetables into your diet. We’ll also help get you ready to make the one change that can have the most dramatic effect on your health - quitting smoking.

You’ll read about one fellow member who used our Benefit Fund’s coverage to lose weight and manage her diabetes, and is now motivating her co-workers to do the same. And, if you attend one of our upcoming wellness events, you’ll get your own 2013 Protecting Our Health calendar full of tips and tools to help you get and stay healthy throughout the year.

1199SEIU/LEAGUE JOB SECURITY FUND Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your job security benefit plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (“SPD”) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your SPD until the SPD is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ Effective December 8, 2011 the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund was amended by adding the following: Non-Compliant Employers. If your Employer's CBA with the Union does not provide that your Employer is obligated to place other JSF participants, your Employer is considered a NonCompliant Employer. The amount of benefits provided to Employees of Non-Compliant Employers can never exceed the amount of contributions received from all Non-Compliant Employers. If you are laid off by a Non-Compliant Employer, your benefit will be determined by the Committee and therefore may be limited.

This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund.

Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document, insurance contracts or other legal documents, the legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The plan sponsor of 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, or any part of it, at any time.

NOTICE ABOUT THE EARLY RETIREE REINSURANCE PROGRAM You are a plan participant, or are being offered the opportunity to enroll as a plan participant, in an employment-based health plan that is certified for participation in the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program. The Early Retiree Reinsurance Program is a Federal program that was established under the Affordable Care Act. Under the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program, the Federal government reimburses a plan sponsor of an employment-based health plan for some of the costs of healthcare benefits paid on behalf of, or by, early retirees and certain family members of early retirees participating in the employment-based plan. By law, the program expires on January 1, 2014.

Under the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program, your plan sponsor may choose to use any reimbursements it receives from this program to reduce or offset increases in plan participants'

premium contributions, co-payments, deductibles, co-insurance, or other out-of-pocket costs.

If the plan sponsor chooses to use the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program reimbursements in this way, you, as a plan participant, may experience changes that may be advantageous to you, in your health plan coverage terms and conditions, for so long as the reimbursements under this program are available and this plan sponsor chooses to use the reimbursements for this purpose.

A plan sponsor may also use the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program reimbursements to reduce or offset increases in its own costs for maintaining your health benefits coverage, which may increase the likelihood that it will continue to offer health benefits coverage to its retirees and employees and their families.

As always, we have included important details on the valuable programs and services your Fund provides.You will find information about the important screenings that your Fund covers at no cost to you, as well as updates on your prescription and radiology benefits. Finally, you will read about our popular tax preparation program, which helps eligible members get back thousands of dollars in their tax refunds each year.

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Craig for 1199ers!

20 Our Prenatal Workshop Helps Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy

We hope this issue of For Your Benefit helps you get your new year off to a healthy and happy start!

Sincerely,

This issue of For Your Benefit contains important information about your rights under your benefit and pension plans and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, which you should read and retain for future reference.

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Mitra Behroozi Executive Director 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

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Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your welfare benefit plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (SPD) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your current SPD until the booklet is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ In response to Hurricane Sandy, the Plan will continue uninterrupted Fund benefit coverage for all Participants, at their pre-Hurricane Wage Class level of coverage, regardless of a loss of hours attributable to the Hurricane in the period from October 29, 2012 through November 30, 2012. _______________________________________________________________ Effective March 1, 2013, the SPD is hereby amended by adding the following underlined bold language: Section II.H MEDICAL SERVICES Making Sure You Get the Care You Need •

Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy: up to 25 visits per discipline per year.

Habilitation therapies are not covered to the extent there is other coverage available from either a government agency or program or through a special organization.

Section I.X Definitions Habilitation Therapies. Physical, occupational, or speech therapy services that help a developmentally delayed or disabled person learn, keep, or improve skills and functional abilities that they may not be developing normally.

This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees. Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document, insurance contracts or other legal documents, the legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The Fund believes it is a “grandfathered health plan” under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the Affordable Care Act). As permitted by the Affordable Care Act, a grandfathered health plan can preserve certain basic health coverage that was already in effect when that law was enacted. Being a grandfathered health plan means that this plan may not include certain consumer protections of the Affordable Care Act that apply to other plans, for example, the requirement for an external review process for claims appeals. However, grandfathered health plans must comply with certain other consumer protections in the Affordable Care Act, for example, the elimination of lifetime limits on benefits.

Questions regarding which protections apply and which protections do not apply to a grandfathered health plan and what might cause a plan to change from grandfathered health plan status can be directed to the plan administrator at the 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365. You may also contact the Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor at (866) 444-3272 or www.dol.gov/ebsa/healthreform. This website has a table summarizing which protections do and do not apply to grandfathered health plans.

The plan sponsor of the1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, or any part of it, at any time.

1199SEIU HEALTHCARE EMPLOYEES PENSION FUND Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your pension plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (“SPD”) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your current employee booklet until the booklet is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ The SPD is amended by adding the following underlined language and removing the following struck- through language: A) SECTION II. A VESTING NORTH GENERAL HOSPITAL: If you are a former North General Hospital employee and meet certain requirements, up to five months of your Continuation Coverage under the National Benefit Fund will be counted as Vesting Credit solely for purposes of the eligibility for the unreduced Early Retirement Pension (age 62 with 20 years of service).

B) SECTION IV. C DISABILITY PENSIONS LAID OFF PARTICIPANTS: For purposes of determining whether you are eligible to receive a Disability Pension, if your disability occurs while you are laid off and participating in the Job Security Fund and you meet certain requirements, you may be eligible for a Disability Pension.

C) SECTION VI. B RULES REGARDING ALL BENEFIT OPTIONS ABOUT SPOUSAL CONSENT: Generally, you must have your Spouse’s written, notarized consent if you are married and elect a form of pension payment other than the Joint & 50%,

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75% or 100% Survivor, each with with your Spouse as your Beneficiary. In certain limited circumstances specified by law – for example, if you prove to the Fund’s satisfaction that your Spouse cannot be located – the Fund may decide not to impose this requirement. The Pension Fund Office can give you more information about these situations and what steps you must take to satisfy the Fund that Spousal consent is not required your Spouse cannot be located. See Section 7.7 of the Plan. _______________________________________________________________ This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund. Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document or other legal documents, the plan document and other legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The plan sponsor of the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund, or any part of it, at any time.

Stay on Track All Year Long with the 2013 Protecting Our Health Calendar The latest edition of your annual Protecting Our Health calendar is here!

Make sure you get one by attending any of your Benefit Fund’s upcoming health fairs, wellness workshops or other events sponsored by our Wellness/MAP Department.The new 2013 Protecting Our Health calendar is full of information that can help you and your family stay well.

Throughout the year, you’ll find helpful suggestions on how to balance your diet with better nutrition, raise your fitness level and improve your overall health.To find a health fair or workshop near you, check all upcoming events on our Funds’ calendar at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org.

Stress Tests and Other Cardiology Procedures Now Require Prior Authorization Sometimes you only need an X-ray, but your provider prescribes an MRI. Unnecessary, repetitive and expensive tests have been on the rise for years, and the consequences can be serious. That’s why our Benefit Fund’s Radiology Review program requires prior authorization for outpatient diagnostic imaging services, including MRI tests, CT scans and other procedures.

A recent study in the Archives of Internal Medicine found Medicare beneficiaries who had certain diagnostic tests were likely to have the procedure repeated, despite guidelines that advise against routine testing. In fact, more than half of the Medicare recipients studied had a repeat test. Extra testing not only burdens the healthcare system with costs, it can also lead to unnecessary – and harmful – treatment, researchers said.

And now, our Prior Authorization program has expanded to include nuclear cardiology procedures, such as stress tests, effective November 1, 2012. For more information, please visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, or call a representative in our Member Services Department at (646) 473-9200.

Benefit Update & News

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Medco Is Now Express Scripts You may have noticed that some of the communications you receive from Medco now use the name Express Scripts. Medco and Express Scripts – two of the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit managers – have merged, and the two are now one company, ESI. Until the process is complete, you will sometimes see the Medco name in pharmacy communications and online.

Please note that your benefits will not change.

You’ll still have access to the medications and services you need to stay healthy.You won’t have to be issued a new card, and you can continue to refill your prescriptions as you normally would.

For more information, visit www.Medco.com.

New Additions to the Specialty Care Pharmacy For medications that need special handling, like refrigerated or injectable drugs, you can get home delivery of these drugs through ExpressScripts/ Medco’s specialty pharmacy,Accredo. Seven new drugs have been added to the list of available medications, including treatments for colorectal cancer, multiple sclerosis and chronic weight management.You can view the full list of available specialty medications at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org. If you are affected by any of these changes, you will receive information from the Benefit Fund in the mail.

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Make Sure Your Tax Refund Is All It Can Be For years, the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund’s Tax Assistance Program has helped eligible members claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and get the most out of their tax return. In 2013, the Fund is again partnering with New York City’s EITC Coalition to help you prepare your tax return.

The EITC Coalition is led by the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, and includes the city’s Office of Financial Empowerment and the Food Bank For New York City.

See the next page for details on locations, times and dates for the free tax preparation events at Food Bank For New York City and Ariva locations.

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This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, EIN 13-3641466, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering child care benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Except with respect to the benefits specified under “Insurance Information” below, the plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

The plan has (a) contract(s) with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company to pay certain child care claims incurred under the terms of the plan. The total premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011 were $8,780.

Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • insurance information, including sales commissions paid by insurance carriers; • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; and • assets held for investment.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $19,346,120 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $17,864,147 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,481,973. This increase includes unrealized appreciation or depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $25,160,384 which included employer contributions of $24,379,237, program revenue of $762,959, and other earnings of $18,188.

Plan expenses were $23,678,411. These expenses included $6,100,539 in administrative expenses and $17,577,872 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of the 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, P.O Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646)-473-6365.

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU/LEAGUE REGISTERED NURSE TRAINING AND JOB SECURITY FUND

Claim Your EITC You can check whether you meet the income requirements for the EITC by using the 2012 tax guidelines listed here: •

Income below $45,060 ($50,270 if married, filing a joint return) with three or more dependent children

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Income below $41,952 ($47,162 if married, filing a joint return) with two dependent children

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Income below $36,920 ($42,130 if married, filing a joint return) with one dependent child

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Income below $13,980 ($19,190 if married, filing a joint return) with no dependent children

An Important Note About H&R Block H&R Block, no longer federally required to provide discounted services, has discontinued their partnership with us.

1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund

Insurance Information

Visit the Food Bank For New York City and Ariva Sites for Free Tax Preparation As long as your 2012 household income was below $50,000 (or $18,000 if you are single and have no dependents), our partners at the Food Bank For New York City are offering free tax preparation events throughout the five boroughs, and the nonprofit financial education program Ariva is offering free assistance at two sites in the Bronx, including one in the Northwest Bronx for filers with a 2012 household income below $56,000 (or $25,000 if you are single and have no dependents). If you qualify for the EITC, the tax experts onsite will help you file for the credit. Even if you don’t live near one of these sites, be sure to check the “Claim Your EITC” box at right to find out whether you qualify for the credit before filing your return.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT

This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, EIN: 13-3946135, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011.

This is a welfare benefit plan offering educational and training benefits to participating RNs. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The item listed below is included in that report: • an accountant’s report; and • financial information and information on payments to service providers.

The plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $2,058,200 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $4,084,595 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $2,026,395. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $38,981, including employer contributions of $26,539 and other income of $12,442.

Plan expenses were $2,065,376. These expenses included $578,802 in administrative expenses and $1,486,574 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

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SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU NATIONAL BENEFIT FUND FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE EMPLOYEES This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, EIN: 13-1628401, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering life, health, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Plan expenses were $1,275,900,945. These expenses included $86,451,784 in administrative expenses, $1,183,155,683 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries, $339,511 in investment and advisor fees, and $5,955,967 in general expenses.

Except those with respect to the benefits specified under “Insurance Information” below, the plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

The plan has a contract with Amalgamated Life Insurance Company and Guardian Life Insurance of America to pay certain life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment claims incurred under the terms of the plan. The total premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011 were $661,241.

You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • insurance information, including sales commissions paid by insurance carriers; • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; • assets held for investment; • information regarding any common or collective trusts, pooled separate accounts, master trusts or 103-12 investment entities in which the plan participates; and • actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan.

Because it is a so-called “experience-rated” contract, the premium costs are affected by, among other things, the number and size of claims. Of the total insurance premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011, the premiums paid under such “experience-rated” contracts were $7,725,118 and the total of all benefit claims paid under the experience-rated contract during the plan year was $7,522,124.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

Basic Financial Statement

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of the 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

Insurance Information

The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $279,256,920 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $194,384,090 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $84,874,830. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of the plan assets; that is the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had total income of $1,360,775,775, including employer contributions of $1,345,317,947, net appreciation in fair value of investments of $2,427,851, COBRA payments of $5,665,861, and other earnings of $7,364,116.

Your Rights to Additional Information

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU/LEAGUE JOB SECURITY FUND This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, EIN:13-3712851, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering retraining, unemployment, continued health insurance, job security and job placement benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

The plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $11,123,618 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $5,865,774 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $5,257,844. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $11,079,410, including employer contributions of $11,153,208, net depreciation in fair value of investments of $107,842, and other earnings of $34,044.

Plan expenses were $5,821,566. These expenses included $1,758,934 in administrative expenses and $4,062,632 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

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Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; and • assets held for investment.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

See below for details on locations, times and dates for the free tax preparation events at Food Bank For New York City and Ariva locations.

Manhattan Harlem Carver Financial Literacy Ctr. 300 W. 145th St., NYC 10039 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 West Harlem Food Bank For NYC 252 W. 116th St., NYC 10026 Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 Washington Heights Northern Manhattan Improvement Corp.

76 Wadsworth Ave., NYC 10033 Monday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays in March January 22 – April 15

Bronx Fordham Bronx Works Morris Senior Center 80 East 181st St., Bronx, NY 10453 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

South Bronx Phipps Community Development Corp.

3125 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10451 Tuesday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm January 22 – April 13

South Bronx 69 E. 167th St., 2nd Fl. (Ariva site) Bronx, NY 10452 Mondays and Thursdays: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 1:00 pm to 7:30 pm Saturdays: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm For more information, call (718) 292-2983 January 17 – April 15 Northwest Bronx* University Neighborhood Housing Program (Ariva site) Our Lady of Refuge House 2715 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10458 Select Wednesdays and Saturdays By appointment only; call (718) 933-2539 January 23 – April 10 * Provides free tax preparation for filers with a 2012 household income below $56,000 (or $25,000 if you are single and have no dependents)

Brooklyn Capital One 365 Fulton St., 2nd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11201 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 Bedford-Stuyvesant St. John’s Bread & Life Program 795 Lexington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 Monday to Wednesday: 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday: 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 22 – April 15

Restoration Plaza 1368 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY 11216 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 am to 4:30 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm January 22 – April 13 Sunset Park Center for Family Life 449 39th St., 4th Fl., Brooklyn, NY Tuesday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March and April January 22 – April 13

Queens Jackson Heights Transfiguration of Christ Greek Orthodox Church 38-05 98th St., Corona, NY 11368 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March Open on January 17 – April 15 Richmond Hill Dress for Success 114-14 Jamaica Ave. Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm January 22 – April 15

Staten Island Sovereign Bank 15 Hyatt St., 2nd Fl., Staten Island, NY 10301 Monday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays in March January 26 – April 13

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Member Profile

Eliona Forde-Johnson Making Lasting Changes to Take Charge of Her Own Health As an 1199SEIU Wellness Champion, Eliona Forde-Johnson knows that encouraging her fellow members to eat well and exercise helps her in her own efforts to stay healthy. A little more than a year ago, Eliona realized she’d better stop ignoring the signals that something wasn’t right with her health. Suddenly she began to feel tired all the time. As a healthcare worker, she knew that her weight and her diet – high in sweets and sugary drinks – put her at increased risk for diabetes, so she tested her blood sugar.While the results didn’t surprise her – her level was extremely high – they did convince her to see her primary care doctor, who confirmed her fear: she had Type 2 diabetes.

As tough as that time was, though, it marked a turning point for the longtime Brooklyn resident, who has been a National Benefit Fund member and a receptionist at Manhattan’s Physician Group since 2003. “It’s taken some time to break old habits, but starting with my diet I’ve been able to make changes and I can see that those changes are working,” Eliona said. Eating well and exercising regularly - she now walks several times a week on her lunch break - have helped her lose 12 pounds and get her blood sugar level back to a more acceptable range.

But she knows there’s still work to do, and thanks to her Fund health benefits, she’s confident that she’ll keep making progress. Eliona’s health coverage allows her to work with an endocrinologist without any out-of-pocket costs, and many of the changes she’s made have come as a result of learning more about what is healthy - including what a healthy portion looks like - and what is not. She said a suggestion from her endocrinologist to keep a daily food log has made a big difference.

By writing down the times of day when she was craving a snack - and making sure she had a piece of fruit or low-fat yogurt on hand - she now finds it easy to track her daily calorie intake.

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She also switched from soda to water and has cut way down on processed foods and unhealthy snacks. “I had to get rid of the sweets altogether,” she said. A few minor adjustments in her daily routine, such as eliminating sugar in her coffee or tea and walking the ten blocks from the subway station to her office, have helped as well.

Not only has Eliona stepped up her fitness routine in the last several months, she’s also persuaded some of her co-workers to join her for a walk during their lunch break.What she didn’t know at the time she signed on as a Wellness Champion early in 2012, she added, was how nice it would be to see those around her making healthy changes, too. “Most times when I’m going out for a walk, another member will come with me,” she said. “It feels really good to know I’m now an advocate for better health.”

Nuestro Taller Prenatal Ayuda a Garantizar un Embarazo Saludable El 2 de marzo únase a otros futuros padres en nuestro siguiente Taller Prenatal del Departamento de Bienestar, donde recibirá información importante sobre cómo mantenerse saludable durante el embarazo y después de que nazca su hijo/a, la preparación para la fecha de parto y la labor de parto y el alumbramiento. Tanto si es su primer hijo como si es el tercero, también aprenderá cómo tener un embarazo saludable con menos complicaciones.

La clase le proporcionará habilidades esenciales sobre cómo cuidar a su recién nacido, cómo cambiar pañales y la alimentación con biberón o amamantamiento.¡Su pareja será bienvenida también!

Qué:

Taller Prenatal

Cuándo: Sábado, 2 de marzo de 2013 De 10:00 a.m. a 2:30 p.m.

Dónde: 330 West 42nd Street, Piso 33 Para reservar su lugar, llame al (646) 473-8960, opción 2, opción 2.

Ofrecido por Worksite Medical Services P.C.

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¡Weight Watchers y Jenny Craig para los Miembros de 1199!

Si usted necesita bajar esas libras de más. ¿por qué no prueba un plan que ha demostrado que funciona? En un estudio realizado por U.S. News & World Report el programa Weight Watchers y Jenny Craig aparecen como los mejores planes de dieta comerciales. A primera vista, las comidas preempaquetadas de Jenny Craig pueden parecer un poco costosas, pero el dinero que usted ahorra en la tienda de comestibles debiera ayudar a compensar su inversión. Y los miembros de 1199 pueden aprovechar que cuentan con un descuento especial en cualquiera de los programas.

Jenny Craig El enfoque:

“Most times when I'm going out for a walk, another member will come with me. It feels really good to know I'm now an advocate for better health.”

Las comidas saludables preempaquetadas y las recetas le ayudan a limitar las calorías, las grasas y porciones, de manera que usted aprende cuánta cantidad debería de comer y cómo debe ser una comida equilibrada.

Usted obtendrá: Una comida y un plan de ejercicios creado especialmente para usted además de sesiones de consejería individual con un consultor de Jenny Craig.

Weight Watchers El enfoque:

Buena nutrición, hábitos saludables y ejercicio que se ajustan a su estilo de vida (¡y ninguna comida está prohibida!)

Usted obtendrá: Incentivo y apoyo en reuniones de grupo además de recursos fáciles de usar, incluidas recetas y amplias lis tas de valores de comidas Cómo inscribirse: Por sólo $39.95 al mes (un ahorro de $3 de la tarifa regular de $42.95), inscríbase en el Programa de pase mensual, que le permite asistir a un número ilimitado de reuniones y acceso a las herramientas por Internet. Sólo tiene que visitar https://wellness.weightwatchers.com.

Nuestro número de identificación de la compañía es 60900, y la contraseña de la compañía es WW60900.

Si necesita ayuda, llame a la línea informativa de Weight Watchers al (866) 204-2885 y mencione el Programa Corporativo de 1199SEIU.

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Cómo inscribirse: Para obtener un Programa gratuito de 30 días y un descuento del 25 por ciento de una prima del programa (sin incluir el costo de las comidas), visite www.jennycraig.com/corporatechannel/ 1199SEIU.aspx, inscríbase para recibir el cupón de descuento, luego llévelo a un centro Jenny Craig cercano a usted (llame al 877-JENNY70) o haga referencia a este si desea inscribirse en la opción de Jenny At Home.* * Más el costo de las comidas. Más el costo del envío, si es aplicable. Se aplican restricciones.

Fuente: www.health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-overall-diets

“Pruebe un Poquito del Éxito” con esta Oferta Exclusiva por Internet Si desea probar las comidas de Jenny Craig antes de inscribirse, puede pedir el Paquete de Muestra de Pruebe un Poquito del Éxito por tan sólo $39.99.* Obtendrá tres días de desayunos, almuerzos, comidas y refrigerios, más 7 barras de vitaminas para cualquier momento. Visite https://www2.jennycraig.com/websamplekit/?org=1199SEIU para hacer su pedido (el envío es gratuito). Si decide inscribirse, su gasto de $39.99 será acreditado para su primera compra de comida.** * Esta oferta sólo está disponible en los Estados Unidos continentales. No puede ser combinada con ninguna otra oferta/descuento. ** Se requiere la inscripción en el programa. Sin valor en efectivo. Pueden aplicarse restricciones.

Do you have a healthy story to share?

We’re always looking for the opportunity to spotlight members who are protecting their health by losing weight, quitting smoking, bringing a chronic condition under control or just improving their lifestyle in general. If you have made positive changes in your health – or are just starting to – we want to hear from you! To share your story with your fellow members in an upcoming issue of For Your Benefit, please contact the Fund at Communications@1199Funds.org.

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Healthy Living

Kick Butts for Good!

Make 2013 the year you stop smoking - forever Quitting smoking can be one of the hardest things you’ll ever do, but you can do it. Every day that you decide not to smoke is a small victory, and over time, those victories will add up to a huge win for your heart and lungs. For added incentive, remember this: nonsmokers, on average, live 14 years longer than smokers, according to the American Heart Association.

To have the best chance of quitting - and staying smoke-free - you need to know what you’re up against, what your options are and where to go for help. Planning your strategy ahead of time will greatly increase your chances of kicking the habit for good.

Here are a few tips to help you along the way:

Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore de 2013 para

Niños de 9 a 15 Años de Edad

Set a Date to Quit

Cada año, el Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore envía a más de 800 hijos de los miembros de 1199SEIU a campamentos de estadía de tres y cuatro semanas en el noreste, a un costo mínimo para sus padres.

Setting a date gives you a goal to work toward, which is very helpful for some people. Be realistic when setting your date and avoid times that may make it more challenging to quit, such as around the holidays or during a stressful time at work.

Para solicitar un lugar en el campamento de estadía, solo complete el cupón anterior y envíelo a 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Si su hijo es elegible, el personal de nuestro programa se comunicará con usted para programar una cita para que asista a la orientación obligatoria con el fin de seleccionar el campamento que mejor se ajuste a las necesidades y a los intereses de su hijo. Usted debe abonar una cuota de solicitud no reembolsable de $10, que debe pagar en la orientación.

Take Care of Yourself Drink lots of water, eat well and get enough rest.This can help you stay healthy and avoid added stress.

Póngase en contacto con el Programa de Campamento Anne Shore llamando al (646) 473-8310 o escribiendo a anneshorecampprogram@1199funds.org para obtener más información.

El programa de verano es un campamento de estadía de tres a cuatro semanas. Esta solicitud NO ES para un campamento diurno.

CUPÓN DE ELEGIBILIDAD PARA 2013 DEL PROGRAMA DE CAMPAMENTO DE ESTADÍA ANNE SHORE Find a Cigarette Substitute

Por favor escriba claramente con letra de imprenta y con tinta.

Every time you feel the urge to smoke, instead of a cigarette reach for sugarless gum, sugar-free hard candy or raw vegetables, like carrot sticks or celery.

If you miss the feeling of having a cigarette in your hand, hold something else - a pencil, a paper clip or a coin, for example.

Apellido del miembro __________________________ Nombre_______________________ N.o de identificación del miembro __________

Avoid Temptation and Triggers

Apellido del niño ____________________________ Nombre __________________________ Fecha de nacimiento _______________

Stay away from the places you link with smoking and try to avoid the behaviors that tempt you to smoke, like drinking coffee. Don’t drink alcohol, a powerful smoking trigger that can chip away at your commitment to quit. And steer clear of unsupportive people who may try to sabotage your efforts to quit.

Build Your Support Network

Dirección ____________________________________________________________________________ Depto. N.o________________ Ciudad _______________________________________________________ Estado_________ Código postal_____________________ Teléfono particular ______________________ Teléfono celular _____________________ Teléfono del trabajo _____________________ Empleado en _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ?Su hijo usó este beneficio en el pasado? YES NO Si la respuesta es afirmativa, ?a qué campamento asistió? ____________________ Dirección de correo electrónico del miembro __________________________________________________________________________ Información del miembro: Fondo Nacional de Beneficios (NBF) Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York Miembros del NBF del área de Rochester Llene este formulario completamente y devuélvalo antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Envíelo por correo a: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program, P.O. Box 955, New York, NY 10108-0955. También puede enviar el formulario por fax al Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore al (646) 473-8311. Se debe enviar un cupón por separado para cada niño.

Fight the Cravings Giving up smoking is hard, so don't be shy about asking for help. Ask your doctor for advice. Call on family and friends if you feel your commitment weakening. And remember, your Benefit Fund is here to help. Call an 1199SEIU Health Coach (866) 935-1199 - who will work with you to create a plan and stick to it. You can also receive a free nicotine replacement if needed.

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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY If you feel you are about to light up, make it a rule to hold off at least 10 minutes. Often this trick helps you move beyond the strong urge to smoke.

Take long, deep breaths and picture your lungs filling with fresh, clean air. Remind yourself of the benefits you'll gain as an ex-smoker and remember that the urge to smoke will get weaker over time.

NBF______ NBF ROCHESTER ______ GNY______ Eligibility: YES ____ NO ____ If no, reason: _______________________ Eligibility Verification Date: _____________________________________ Date Received

Verified by: _________________________________________________

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Ventajas de la Membresía

¿Planea Asistir a la Universidad en el Año Académico 2013 - 2014?

Pida la Solicitud para la Beca Joseph Tauber El Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber está disponible para hijos de miembros elegibles de 1199SEIU que asisten a programas universitarios de pregrado acreditados. Los miembros elegibles son aquellos cuyos empleadores contribuyen al Fondo Nacional de Beneficios o al Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York. Los miembros deben haber sido elegibles para los beneficios de la clase de salario I durante al menos un año. Los candidatos deben ser graduados de la escuela secundaria, estudiantes post secundario o becados anteriores que se inscribieron tiempo completo para un mínimo de 12 créditos en cada semestre. Todos los candidatos deben ser menores de 23 años de edad al inicio del semestre de otoño de 2013. Los beneficiarios anteriores que quieran una beca deben tener en cuenta que no se otorgan renovaciones automáticas de becas; deben volver a solicitar la beca cada año para ser considerados.

Para pedir una solicitud para el Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber, complete el cupón que aparece a continuación y envíelo antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Para descargar cupones adicionales, visite nuestro sitio web en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ccf durante el período de petición de solicitud. Recuerde que este cupón es válido solo para el año de la beca 2013-2014.

Este cupón es un formulario de petición de solicitud; no es una solicitud real.

Envíe por fax su cupón completo a (646) 473-6949 o envíelo por correo a la siguiente dirección: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, 330 West 42nd Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10036-6977. Una vez que envía el cupón según las instrucciones, si es elegible, recibirá un Paquete de Solicitud de Beca en marzo. El paquete incluye varios formularios que debe completar y enviar según las instrucciones específicas y fechas indicadas para que su solicitud sea válida. Si ya envió un cupón, no envíe otro. Si ambos padres son empleados de 1199SEIU, envíe sólo un cupón.

Los montos de las becas varían de acuerdo con la necesidad, con una beca anual mínima de $750. Aunque las Becas Joseph Tauber pueden brindar apoyo a estudiantes elegibles en cualquier campo de estudios, el programa de Becas para la Próxima Generación de Enfermeras Registradas de 1199SEIU ofrece ayuda financiera y académica a los hijos de los miembros de 1199SEIU que son estudiantes en la fase clínica de un programa de enfermería. Para averiguar si su hijo califica o, si tiene alguna pregunta, llame al (646) 473-8999.

PROGRAMA DE BECAS JOSEPH TAUBER PETICIÓN DE PAQUETE DE SOLICITUD DE BECA 2013-2014

Treat Yourself

Quitters Always Win!

What you’re doing isn’t easy, so plan something fun to do as a reward.You can also put the money you would have spent on tobacco in a jar and buy something special just for you.

Take this brief quiz and find out more about what you have to gain from quitting.

1. Each cigarette you smoke can shorten your life by:

Remember Why You Are Quitting Make a list of all the important reasons you decided to quit and post it where you’ll see it often. Include photos of family and friends to remind yourself that you are giving up cigarettes to gain more time with those you love and who care about and depend on you.

Sources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, NYC Department of Health, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, British Medical Journal

A. 1 minute C. 8 minutes

B. 4 minutes D. 11 minutes

Answer: D. Every time you choose not to smoke, think about the minutes, days and years you’re adding to your life.

2. After you quit smoking, your sense of smell and taste will start improving in: A. Two days C. Two months

B. Two weeks D. Two years

Answer: A. After just two days, food will taste better and the air will smell sweeter – even in New York!

3. Two to three weeks after quitting, you can expect: A. B. C. D.

Your blood circulation to get better Your lung function to improve Your risk of heart attack to drop All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above. In less than a month, you’ll be on your way to better health.

Información del Estudiante (En letra de imprenta legible) Nombre del estudiante ____________________________________________________________________________ Nombre

Apellido

4. After being smoke-free for a year, your risk of a heart attack drops:

Fecha de nacimiento ___________________ Dirección de correo electrónico __________________________________ Fecha en que se graduó o espera graduarse de la escuela secundaria ________ Fecha de ingreso a la universidad ________ ?Es la primera vez que presenta una solicitud en el Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber?

Información del Miembro (En letra de imprenta legible)

Sí

No

Nombre del miembro _____________________________________________________________________________ Nombre

Apellido

N.o de identificación del miembro ____________________________________________________________________ Teléfono particular _________________________________ Teléfono celular _________________________________ Dirección ______________________________________ Ciudad _____________ Estado ___ Código postal ________ Dirección de correo electrónico ______________________________________________________________________ Fondo Nacional de Beneficios (NBF) Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York Miembros del NBF del área de Rochester Fondo de Bienestar LPN El Departamento de Becas debe recibir este cupón antes del 31 de enero de 2013, ipara poder enviarle un paquete oficial de la beca.

Si no recibe su paquete de la beca antes del 1 de abril de 2013, llámenos para que podamos ayudarlo.

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A. 10%

B. 25%

C. 40%

D. 50%

Answer: D. That’s right.You can cut your risk of a heart attack in half in just one year. And after five years, your risk of mouth, throat, esophageal and bladder cancers are also cut in half.

5. If you were a pack-a-day smoker, staying smokefree for ten years could save you: A. $10,000

B. $20,000

C. $30,000

D. $40,000+

Answer: D. Based on the average price of cigarettes, you’d save just over $43,000. That’s enough money to buy a brandnew car!

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Start the New Year Off Right – Schedule Your Preventive Screenings Today The start of a new year is a great opportunity to renew your commitment to healthy living. One of the easiest ways to start protecting your health is by scheduling your annual checkup and preventive screenings. Regular checkups and screenings allow you and your doctor to stay on top of any health concerns you may have and your doctor will be better able to track your health from year to year, helping you stay as healthy as possible. And if you’re at a higher risk for certain conditions – like heart disease, diabetes or certain cancers – early detection can make all the difference in your response to treatment. Fortunately, your 1199SEIU benefits cover these recommended screenings at no cost to you.

Remember, you can be screened for chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes by visiting your doctor or by attending an 1199SEIU health fair.This list of recommended screenings is just a starting point.Talk to your doctor about any other tests you may need, including: •

a urinalysis to check for chronic kidney disease, which often goes undetected until it has become advanced;

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HIV and/or STD screening;

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skin cancer screening and diagnostic tests; and

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screening for depression.

Sources: American Academy of Family Physicians, American Cancer Society, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Estas son algunas maneras de aumentar su consumo de frutas y verduras y colocarlo en el camino hacia una mejor salud.

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Coloque en su cocina un bol grande de frutas frescas y coloridas. Es muy probable que si las ve, le den más ganas de consumirlas.

Licúe, corte o ralle verduras e incorpórelas en el pastel de carne, estofado, lasaña, guiso y salsa para pasta para darle un giro más sano a sus platos favoritos.

Para un refrigerio rápido y nutritivo, prepare un smoothie con frutas frescas y yogur descremado o con bajo contenido de grasa.

Intente reemplazar el pan o la tortilla en un sándwich por una envoltura sana de lechuga. En lugar de papas fritas, agregue una manzana o una pera a su almuerzo. .

Consuma una comida vegetariana al menos una vez a la semana. Puede ser algo tan simple como una sopa o una ensalada o un delicioso salteado.

Sustituya las papas, que contienen mayormente almidón, por verduras que tengan más nutrientes y más carbohidratos que se digieren lentamente. O bien, pruebe los camotes que tienen más potasio y betacaroteno.

No tema probar algo de nuevo. Solo porque no le gusta ban ciertas frutas o verduras cuando era más joven no significa

que no le gusten ahora. Las papilas gustativas cambian y es posible que se sorprenda si les da otra oportunidad.

Recuerde, la variedad es tan importante como la cantidad. No hay una sola fruta o verdura que proporcione todos los nutrientes que necesita; por lo tanto, asegúrese de incluir variedad en su dieta. Para obtener más consejos sobre cómo agregar frutas y verduras a su dieta, visite www.choosemyplate.gov.

Fuentes: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU., Harvard School of Public Health (Facultad de Salud Pública de Harvard),WebMD, American Journal of Medicine, Social Indicators Research, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academia de Nutrición y Dietética)

¿Qué Cantidad Incluye una Porción?

Para la mayoría de las frutas y verduras cocidas o frescas, una taza es considerada una porción. Existen dos excepciones principales a esta regla: En el caso de la lechuga y otras verduras de hojas verdes crudas, usted debe comer dos tazas para obtener el equivalente de una taza de verduras. En el caso de las frutas secas, solo necesita comer media taza para recibir el equivalente de una taza de frutas enteras.

Fuente: Harvard School of Public Health (Facultad de Salud Pública de Harvard)

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Comer Saludable

Porciones por Día para más Felicidad y Salud Comer muchas frutas y verduras puede ayudar a prevenir enfermedades, mejorar el sistema inmunológico y estimular el bienestar mental.

A continuación, le contamos cómo llegar a siete porciones por día.

"Consuma más frutas y verduras".Todos hemos escuchado eso desde nuestra niñez. Pero, ¿acaso sabe lo útil que es ese consejo para mantenerse sano? Debido a que son ricas en fibras y bajas en calorías, las frutas y verduras pueden ayudarlo a controlar el peso. También pueden ayudarlo a protegerse contra enfermedades cardíacas y derrames cerebrales, a controlar la presión arterial y a prevenir algunos tipos de cáncer.

Las frutas y verduras además tienen muchos antioxidantes: las vitaminas, minerales y otros nutrientes que protegen y reparan las células del cuerpo del daño y ayudan a mantener un sistema inmunológico fuerte. En un estudio, las mujeres con los niveles más altos de antioxidantes, por consumir siete porciones de frutas y verduras por día, tenían un 20% menos de posibilidades de sufrir un ataque cardíaco que aquellas mujeres con los niveles más bajos. En otro estudio, los investigadores descubrieron que las personas que consumían siete porciones diarias de frutas y verduras tenían los niveles más altos de bienestar mental y felicidad.

Entonces, si desea lograr un buen estado mental y físico, comience a consumir esas siete porciones de frutas y verduras todos los días. No es tan difícil

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como piensa. Si prepara una tortilla para el desayuno, intente reemplazar uno de los huevos o mitad del queso por espinaca, cebolla u hongos. Las verduras añadirán volumen y sabor con menos calorías.

O bien, reduzca la cantidad de cereal en su tazón para dejarle lugar a algunas bananas, duraznos o frutillas cortados.

Para hacer más liviano el almuerzo, utilice lechuga, tomates o pepinos en lugar de queso en su sándwich o añada una taza de zanahorias picadas en lugar de fideos en su sopa favorita. En la cena, intente reemplazar una taza de arroz o pasta por una taza de habichuelas verdes, calabaza o brócoli cocido al vapor. Para el postre, pruebe con un tazón pequeño de uvas congeladas para darse un gusto refrescante.

Keep Your New Year’s Resolution and Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet!

Every year, we make our New Year’s resolutions with the best of intentions, but those commitments – from eating better or exercising more to reducing stress – can be hard to stick to. But your Benefit Fund is here to help. Join us at our Wellness Department’s “Keep Your New Year’s Resolution” workshop, on Saturday, January 26, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at 330 West 42nd Street, 33rd floor, in Manhattan.

The workshop will provide you with tools and strategies to help you keep your commitment to living a healthier life. A nutrition seminar will show you how to improve your eating habits, and a stress management session will give you practical advice to better control your stress levels at home and at work. To end the day, the Fund’s fitness instructor will lead an energizing total-body workout good for all ages and fitness levels, so be sure to bring your family – and wear comfortable clothing!

Join us at this informative workshop to learn how you can make healthy changes that will last a lifetime. Plus, all participants will receive an 1199SEIU Resistance Band TotalBody Workout DVD and band. So mark your calendar, and we’ll see you there!

What:

“Keep Your New Year’s Resolution” workshop

When:

Saturday, January 26, 2013 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Where: 330 West 42nd Street, 33rd Floor To reserve your spot, please call (646) 473-8960, option 2, option 1.

Validated parking for $10 will be available across the street at Impark, and child care will be offered for children ages 3 and above.

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Healthy Fitness

Estiramiento de la parte superior de la espalda: párese en una posición relajada con los brazos extendidos hacia adelante, lleve los brazos y los omóplatos hacia atrás y doble levemente los brazos en los codos. Mantenga durante 30 segundos y repita.

Estiramiento de hombros: cruce el brazo izquierdo por adelante del cuerpo y sosténgalo con el brazo derecho, por encima o por debajo del codo. Mantenga durante 30 segundos. Cambie de brazo y repita.

Estiramiento del cuello: tire la cabeza hacia adelante y levemente hacia la derecha. Con la mano derecha, empuje levemente la cabeza hacia abajo. Debería sentir un estiramiento suave del lado izquierdo posterior del cuello.

Mantenga durante 30 segundos. Repita del lado opuesto.

Prevent Injuries with Weight Training Healthcare is the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. economy, employing over 18 million workers, but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of work-related injuries and illnesses among healthcare workers tops those found in most other fields, including manufacturing and construction.The best way to avoid injury is by building muscle through strength training.The good news is you don’t have to join a gym or buy expensive weights. A few basic stretching and strengthening moves can make a big difference in improving your balance, reducing your body fat and building muscle – and it can even boost your metabolism to help you maintain a healthy weight. Of course, you should check with your primary care doctor before beginning any exercise routine.

Stretching To avoid injury, stretch gently until you feel resistance, then hold that position for up to 30 seconds. Don’t bounce up and down or try to extend yourself any more than is comfortable – stretching should not be painful!

Calf stretch: Standing at arm’s length from a wall, place your right foot one step back, then slowly bend your left leg forward, keeping your

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right knee straight and your right heel on the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, keeping your back straight. Switch legs and repeat.

Knee-to-chest stretch (for lower-back muscles): Lying on your back on a mat or any firm surface with your legs straight out in front of you, gently pull one knee to your chest until you feel a stretch in your lower back. Hold for 30 seconds, keeping the opposite leg relaxed, either with your knee bent or leg extended. Switch legs and repeat.

La mejor manera de evitar lesiones es aumentar la musculatura mediante entrenamiento de fuerza.

La buena noticia es que no es necesario ir a un gimnasio o comprar pesas costosas

Fortalecimiento Según Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), los ejercicios de fortalecimiento son seguros y efectivos para las personas de todas las edades, incluidas aquellas personas que no están en perfecto estado de salud. Además, el entrenamiento de fuerza, en especial cuando se combina con ejercicios aeróbicos regulares, es una excelente manera de levantar la salud mental.

Flexiones de pecho contra la pared: párese a un poco más de un brazo de distancia de la pared, incline el cuerpo hacia adelante y coloque las palmas contra la pared a la altura de los hombros y separadas al ancho de hombros. Doble los codos mientras baja la parte superior del cuerpo hacia la pared en un movimiento lento y controlado. Luego lentamente empuje con los brazos hasta que queden casi derechos (no trabe los codos). Empiece con series de solo una a tres flexiones y luego añada más a medida que se sienta cómodo.

Flexiones de bíceps: sostenga una botella de agua de plástico (12-16 onzas) en cada mano a los costados del cuerpo. Siéntese en una silla resistente y sin brazos o párese con la espalda derecha y lentamente levante las botellas doblando los codos y llevando las manos hacia los hombros.

Deténgase por un segundo y luego extienda los brazos hasta la posición inicial. Comience con series de una a tres flexiones antes de añadir más repeticiones a su rutina.

Levantamiento con los dedos de los pies: use una superficie o silla para hacer equilibrio, párese con los pies separados al ancho de hombros y lentamente levántese con los dedos de los pies. Mantenga la posición de dos a cuatro segundos y lentamente baje los talones de nuevo al piso.

Repita de tres a cinco veces al principio y luego añada más a medida que los músculos de la pantorrilla se fortalezcan.

Extensiónes de rodilla: siéntese en una silla con los pies tocando el suelo (si la silla es muy baja, coloque una toalla enrollada debajo de las rodillas) y coloque los brazos a los costados o sobre los muslos. Con los dedos de los pies apuntando hacia adelante, levante lentamente la pierna derecha y extiéndala hasta que quede derecha. Mantenga la posición durante uno o dos segundos y luego baje lentamente el pie de nuevo al piso. Repítalo entre tres y cinco veces con cada pierna y añada más a medida que se sienta preparado.

Flexiónar de rodilla: párese detrás de una silla resistente o apóyese sobre una superficie para mantener el equilibrio. Doble lentamente la pierna derecha y lleve el talón a la cola y mantenga durante uno o dos segundos. Luego lentamente baje el pie al piso. Haga entre tres y cinco repeticiones con cada pierna.

Fuentes: Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE. UU., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades),WebMD, Mayo Clinic

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Acondicionamiento Físico Saludable

Upper-back stretch: Standing in a relaxed position with your arms extended in front of you, pull your arms and shoulder blades back, bending arms slightly at the elbows. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat.

Shoulder stretch: Bring your left arm across your body and hold it with your right arm, either above or below the elbow. Hold for 30 seconds. Switch arms and repeat.

Neck stretch: Bend your head forward and slightly to the right.With your right hand, gently pull your head downward.You should feel an easy stretch along the back left side of your neck. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the opposite side.

Evite las Lesiones con un Entrenamiento con Pesas La atención de la salud es el segmento de mayor crecimiento de la economía en los Estados Unidos ya que da trabajo a más de 18 millones de personas, pero de acuerdo con los Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), la cantidad de lesiones y enfermedades relacionadas con el trabajo entre los trabajadores de la salud supera a aquellas en la mayoría de las otras áreas, incluida la fabricación y la construcción. La mejor manera de evitar lesiones es aumentar la musculatura mediante entrenamiento de fuerza. La buena noticia es que no es necesario ir a un gimnasio o comprar pesas costosas.

Algunos movimientos básicos de estiramiento y fortalecimiento pueden marcar una gran diferencia al mejorar el equilibrio, reducir la grasa corporal y aumentar la musculatura e incluso pueden estimular su metabolismo para ayudarle a mantener un peso saludable. Naturalmente, debe consultar a su médico de atención primaria antes de comenzar con una rutina de ejercicios.

Estiramiento Para evitar lesiones, estire suavemente hasta sentir la resistencia y luego mantenga esa posición durante 30 segundos. No rebote ni intente extenderse más si no se siente cómodo. El estiramiento no debe ser doloroso.

Estiramiento de pantorrillas: párese a una distancia de un brazo de la pared. Lleve el pie derecho un paso atrás y luego doble lentamente la pierna izquierda hacia adelante manteniendo la rodilla derecha estirada y el talón derecho en el piso.

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Mantenga la posición durante 30 segundos y mantenga la espalda derecha. Cambie de piernas y repita.

Estiramiento de la pierna al pecho (para los músculos de la parte inferior de la espalda): recuéstese sobre la espalda en una colchoneta o cualquier superficie firme con las piernas estiradas. Con cuidado lleve una rodilla hacia el pecho hasta sentir que se estira la parte inferior de la espalda. Mantenga durante 30 segundos y relaje la pierna opuesta con la rodilla doblada o la pierna extendida. Cambie de piernas y repita.

The best way to avoid injury is by building muscle through strength training.

The good news is you don’t have to join a gym or buy expensive weights.

Strengthening The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says strengthening exercises are safe and effective for people of all ages, including those who are not in perfect health. And strength training, especially when combined with regular aerobic exercise, is a great way to give your mental health a lift as well.

Wall push-ups: Standing at a little more than arm’s length from a wall, lean your body forward and place your palms flat against the wall at about shoulder height and shoulder-width apart. Bend your elbows as you lower your upper body toward the wall in a slow, controlled motion.

Then slowly push yourself back until your arms are nearly straight (don’t lock your elbows). Start with just one to three wall push-ups and then add more as you feel comfortable.

Biceps curls: Holding a plastic bottle of water (12-16 ounces) in each hand at your side, sit in a sturdy, armless chair or stand with your back straight and slowly lift the bottles by bending your arms at the elbow and raising your hands toward your shoulders. Pause for a second, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.

Again, start with sets of one to three curls before adding more repetitions to your routine.

Toe raises: Using a countertop or a chair for balance, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and slowly push up onto your toes, hold for two to four seconds, and slowly lower your heels back to the floor. Repeat three to five times at first, and add more as your calf muscles get stronger.

Knee extensions: Sitting back in a chair with your feet just touching the ground (if chair is too low, put a rolledup towel under your knees), rest arms at your sides or on your thighs.With your toes pointing forward, slowly lift your right leg and extend it until straight. Pause for a second or two, then slowly lower your foot back to the floor. Repeat three to five times with each leg, adding more as you feel ready.

Knee curls: Standing behind a sturdy chair or holding a countertop for balance, slowly bend your right leg, bringing your heel up toward your buttocks, and pause for a second or two.Then slowly lower your foot back to the floor. Do three to five repetitions with each leg.

Sources: U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention;WebMD; Mayo Clinic

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Healthy Eating

Servings a Day for a Healthier, Happier You Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help you prevent disease, improve your immune system and boost your mental well-being. Here’s how you can get to seven-a-day.

“Eat your fruits and vegetables.” We’ve all heard that since we were children. But did you know just how far that advice can go toward keeping you healthy? Because they’re high in fiber and low in calories, fruits and vegetables can help you control your weight. They can also help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure and prevent some types of cancer.

Fruits and vegetables are also loaded with antioxidants: the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that repair and protect your body’s cells from damage and help keep your immune system strong. In one study, women with the highest levels of antioxidants – from eating seven servings of fruits and vegetables per day – had a 20 percent lower chance of heart attack than those with the lowest levels. Researchers in another study found that people who ate seven daily fruit and vegetable servings reported the highest levels of mental wellbeing and happiness.

So if you’re looking to get physically and mentally fit, start by eating those seven servings of fruits and vegetables each day. It’s not as hard as you might

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think. If you’re making an omelet for breakfast, try replacing one of the eggs or half of the cheese with some spinach, onions or mushrooms.The vegetables will add volume and flavor with fewer calories. Or cut back on the amount of cereal in your bowl to make room for some cut-up bananas, peaches or strawberries.

To lighten up your lunch, use lettuce, tomatoes or cucumbers instead of cheese in your sandwich or add a cup of chopped carrots in place of some noodles in your favorite soup.When it’s time for dinner, try replacing one cup of rice or pasta with a cup of steamed broccoli, green beans or squash.

And for dessert, try a small bowl of frozen grapes for a refreshing treat.

Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo y Logre que el 2013 Sea su Año más Saludable

Todos los años, hacemos resoluciones de Año Nuevo con las mejores intenciones, pero esos compromisos, desde comer mejor o hacer más ejercicio hasta reducir el estrés, pueden ser difíciles de cumplir. Pero su Fondo de Beneficios está aquí para ayudarle. Asista al taller “Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo” de nuestro Departamento de Bienestar, el sábado 26 de enero, de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m., en 330 West 42nd Street, piso 33, en Manhattan.

El taller le ofrecerá las herramientas y estrategias que le ayudarán a mantener su compromiso para vivir una vida más saludable. Un seminario de nutrición le mostrará cómo mejorar los hábitos de alimentación y una sesión de control de estrés le brindará consejos prácticos para controlar mejor los niveles de estrés en el hogar y en el trabajo. Para finalizar la jornada, el instructor de acondicionamiento físico del Fondo, Foluke Arthurton, mostrará ejercicios para todo el cuerpo y para todas las edades y niveles de acondicionamiento físico así que asegúrese de venir con la familia y con ropa cómoda.

Acérquese a este taller informativo para aprender cómo puede hacer cambios saludables que durarán no solo un año, sino toda la vida. Además, todos los participantes recibirán una copia del DVD Ejercicios Totales para el Cuerpo con la Banda de Resistencia de 1199SEIU y una banda.

Entonces marque su calendario y nos vemos ahí.

Qué:

Taller “Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo”

Cuándo: Sábado, 26 de enero de 2013 de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m.

Dónde: 330 West 42nd Street, Piso 33 Para reservar su lugar, llame al (646) 473-8960, opción 2, luego opción 1.

El estacionamiento validado de $10 estará disponible al frente en Impark, y se ofrecerá cuidado infantil para los niños de 3 años y mayores.

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Comience el Año Nuevo Correctamente – Programe sus Exámenes Preventivos hoy Mismo El comienzo de un año nuevo es una gran oportunidad para renovar su compromiso de llevar una vida saludable. Una de las maneras más fáciles de comenzar a proteger su salud es programar un chequeo anual y exámenes preventivos. Los chequeos y exámenes regulares les permiten a usted y a su médico estar al tanto de cualquier inquietud de salud que usted pueda tener, y el médico podrá realizar un mejor seguimiento de su salud de un año para el otro al ayudarle a permanecer lo más sano posible.Y si tiene un mayor riesgo de sufrir ciertas afecciones, como enfermedades cardíacas, diabetes o ciertos tipos de cáncer, una detección temprana puede marcar la diferencia en su respuesta al tratamiento.

Afortunadamente, los beneficios de 1199SEIU cubren estos exámenes recomendados sin costo para usted.

Recuerde que puede someterse a exámenes de detección de enfermedades crónicas como hipertensión, colesterol alto y diabetes visitando a su médico o asistiendo a una feria de salud de 1199SEIU. Esta lista de exámenes recomendados es solo un punto de partida. Hable con su médico sobre otros exámenes que podría necesitar, como: •

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Un análisis de orina para detectar alguna enfermedad renal crónica que, por lo general, no se detecta hasta que se encuentra en una etapa avanzada.

Un examen de VIH o examen de enfermedades transmitidas sexualmente (STD, por sus siglas en inglés).

Un examen y pruebas de diagnóstico de cáncer de piel.

Un examen para detectar depresión.

Fuentes:Academia Americana de Médicos de Familia, Sociedad Americana del Cáncer, Departmento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos.

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Here are some more ways you can boost your fruit and vegetable intake and put yourself on the path to better health: •

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Keep a big bowl of fresh, brightly colored fruit in your kitchen. If you’re more likely to see it, you’re more likely to eat it.

Puree, shred or grate veggies into meatloaf, stews, lasagna, casseroles and pasta sauces for a healthier spin on old favorites.

For a quick, nourishing snack, whip up a smoothie made with fresh fruit and non-fat or low-fat yogurt.

Try replacing the bread or tortilla in your sandwich with a healthy lettuce wrap. And instead of chips, have an apple or pear with your lunch.

Have a vegetarian meal at least once a week. It can be as simple as soup and a salad or a delicious stir-fry meal.

Replace potatoes, which are mostly starch, with vegetables that are packed with more nutrients and more slowly digested carbs. Or try sweet potatoes, which have more potassium and beta-carotene.

Don’t be afraid to try something again. Just because you didn’t like certain fruits or vegetables when you were younger doesn’t mean you won’t like them now.

Your taste buds change, and you may be pleasantly surprised if you give them another chance.

And remember, variety is as important as quantity. No single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients you need, so make sure you include an assortment in your diet.

For more tips on adding fruits and vegetables to your diet, visit www.choosemyplate.gov.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Harvard School of Public Health,WebMD, American Journal of Medicine, Social Indicators Research, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

How Much Is a Serving?

For most fresh or cooked vegetables and fruits, one cup is considered a serving. There are two main exceptions to that rule: For lettuce and other raw leafy greens, you need to eat two cups to get the equivalent of one cup of vegetables.

For dried fruit, you only need to eat 1⁄2 cup to get the equivalent of one cup of whole fruit.

Source: Harvard School of Public Health

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Membership Advantages

Planning to Attend College in Academic Year 2013 – 2014

Request the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Application The Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program offers scholarships to children of eligible 1199SEIU members who are attending accredited undergraduate programs. Eligible members are those whose employers contribute to the National Benefit Fund or the Greater New York Child Care Fund. Members must have been eligible for Wage Class I benefits for at least one year. Candidates must be high school graduates, post-secondary school students, or previous awardees enrolled full time for a minimum of 12 credits each semester. All candidates must be younger than 23 years of age by the start of the Fall 2013 semester. Previous awardees seeking scholarship support should note that automatic award renewals are not granted; you must reapply each year for consideration.

To request an application to the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, fill out the coupon below and return it before January 31, 2013. You may download additional coupons by visiting our website at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ccf during the application request period. Please note that this coupon is valid for the 2013-2014 award year only.

The coupon is an application request form; it is not an actual application.

Please fax your completed coupon to (646) 473-6949 or mail it to the following address: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, 330 West 42nd Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10036-6977.

Once you submit your coupon as instructed, if eligible, you will be sent a Scholarship Application Kit in March.

The kit includes several forms that must be completed and returned per the specific instructions and dates indicated, in order for your application to be valid. If you have already sent in a coupon, do not send in another.

If both parents are 1199SEIU employees, send one coupon only.

Scholarship award amounts vary according to need, with a minimum annual award of $750. While Joseph Tauber Scholarships can support eligible students in any field of study, the 1199SEIU Next Generation RN Scholarship program provides financial and academic assistance to children of 1199SEIU members in the clinical phase of a nursing program. To find out if your child qualifies, or if you have any questions, please call (646) 473-8999.

JOSEPH TAUBER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM REQUEST FOR 2013-2014 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION KIT

Concédase un Capricho Lo que está haciendo no es fácil así que piense en algo divertido para hacer como recompensa.

También puede colocar el dinero que hubiera gastado en cigarrillos en un frasco y comprarse algo solo para usted.

¡Las Personas que Dejan de Fumar Siempre Salen Ganando!

Realice esta breve prueba y descubra más sobre lo que ganará si deja de fumar.

1. Cada cigarrillo que fuma puede acortarle la vida:

Recuerde Por Qué lo Está Dejando Haga una lista de todas las razones importantes por las que decidió dejar de fumar y colóquela en un lugar donde la vea a menudo. Incluya fotos de amigos y familiares, para recordarle que está dejando de fumar para ganar más tiempo con sus seres queridos que se preocupan y dependen de usted.

Fuentes:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad de Nueva York, Sociedad Americana del Cáncer, Asociación Americana del Corazón, British Medical Journal

A. 1 minuto C. 8 minutos Respuesta: D.

Cada vez que elige no fumar, piense en los minutos, días y años que le añade a su vida.

2. Después de dejar de fumar, los sentidos del olfato y el gusto comenzarán a mejorar en: A. Dos días C. Dos meses Respuesta: A.

B. Dos semanas D. Dos años Después de solo dos días, los alimentos tendrán un mejor sabor y el aire tendrá un olor más dulce, incluso en Nueva York.

3. A las dos o tres semanas de dejar de fumar, puede esperar: A. B. C. D.

Una mejor circulación sanguínea Un mejor funcionamiento de los pulmones Menor riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco Todo lo anterior

Respuesta: D.

Student Information (please print clearly) Student Name __________________________________________________________________________________

B. 4 minutos D. 11 minutos

Todo lo anterior: En menos de un mes, estará embarcado hacia una mejor salud.

Date of Birth ___________________ E-mail Address __________________________________________________

4. Después de no fumar durante un año, el riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco se reduce:

Date graduated from, or expected to graduate from high school _____________ College Entrance Date _____________

A. 10%

B. 25%

Respuesta: D.

Correcto. Puede reducir a la mitad el riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco en solo un año. Después de cinco años, también se reduce a la mitad el riesgo de sufrir cáncer de boca, garganta, esófago y vejiga.

First Name

First-time Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program applicant?

Last Name

Yes

No

Member Information (please print clearly) Member Name _________________________________________________________________________________ First Name

Last Name

C. 40%

D. 50%

Member ID No. _________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone ___________________________________ Cellular Phone ____________________________________

5. Si usted fumara un paquete por día, dejar de fumar durante diez años podría ahorrarle:

Address _____________________________________________ City _______________ State ____ Zip __________ E-mail Address _________________________________________________________________________________

A. $10,000

B. $20,000

National Benefit Fund (NBF) Greater New York Child Care Fund NBF Rochester-Area Members LPN Welfare Fund

Respuesta: D.

En función del precio promedio de los cigarrillos, podría ahorrar más de $43,000. Eso es suficiente dinero como para comprar un auto nuevo.

This coupon must be received by the Scholarship department before January 31, 2013, in order for us to send you an official Scholarship Kit. If you have not received your Scholarship Kit by April 1, 2013, please call us so that we can assist you.

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C. $30,000

D. Más de $40,000

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Vida Saludable

Deje de Fumar para Siempre Que el 2013 sea el año que en que deja de fumar, para siempre.

Dejar de fumar puede ser una de las cosas más difíciles que le toque hacer, pero usted puede hacerlo. Cada día en que decide no fumar es una pequeña victoria y, con el tiempo, esas victorias suman para convertirse en un gran premio para el corazón y los pulmones. Como un incentivo adicional, recuerde que, de acuerdo con la Asociación Americana del Corazón, en promedio, las personas que no fuman viven 14 años más que aquellas que fuman.

Para tener la mejor oportunidad de dejar de fumar, y permanecer así, necesita saber a lo que se enfrenta, cuáles son sus opciones y dónde obtener ayuda. La planificación de su estrategia por anticipado aumentará enormemente sus posibilidades de abandonar el hábito para siempre.

A continuación, ofrecemos algunos consejos que lo ayudarán en el proceso:

Forme una Red de Apoyo

2013 Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program for Children Ages 9 to 15 Years

Fije una Fecha para Dejarlo Fijar una fecha le ofrece un objetivo hacia el que trabajar, lo que resulta muy útil para algunas personas.

Sea realista cuando fije su fecha y evite momentos que puedan hacer que resulta aún más difícil dejarlo, como alrededor de las fiestas o durante una temporada estresante en el trabajo.

Cuídese Beba mucha agua, coma bien y descanse lo suficiente.

Esto puede ayudarle a permanecer sano y a evitar estrés adicional.

Encuentre un Sustituto del Cigarrillo Cada vez que tenga ganas de fumar, en lugar de fumar un cigarrillo busque goma de mascar sin azúcar, un caramelo duro sin azúcar o verduras crudas, como palitos de zanahoria o apio. Si extraña la sensación de tener un cigarrillo en la mano, sostenga otro objeto, como un lápiz, un sujetapapeles o una moneda.

Each year, the Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program sends more than 800 children of 1199SEIU members to three- and four-week sleep-away camps throughout the Northeast – at minimal cost to their parents.

To apply for sleep-away camp, simply fill out the coupon above and return it to the 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation before January 31, 2013. If your child is eligible, our program staff will contact you to schedule an appointment to attend a mandatory orientation in order to select the camp that best suits your child’s needs and interests. You are required to submit a $10 non-refundable application fee, which must be paid at orientation.

Please contact the Anne Shore Camp Program at (646) 473-8310 or at anneshorecampprogram@1199funds.org for more information.

This summer program is a three- to four-week sleep-away camp. This application IS NOT for day camp.

ANNE SHORE SLEEP-AWAY CAMP PROGRAM • 2013 ELIGIBILITY COUPON Please print clearly in ink.

Member Last Name ___________________________ First Name_________________________ Member ID No. __________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ Apt. No. __________________ City _________________________________________________________ State__________________ Zip_____________________ Home Phone _________________________ Cellular Phone _________________________ Work Phone ________________________

Evite las Tentaciones y los Desencadenantes

Employed at _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Permanezca alejado de los lugares que lo unan con el cigarrillo e intente evitar las conductas que puedan tentarlo a fumar, como beber café. No beba alcohol, un desencadenante importante de las ganas de fumar que puede poner en riesgo su compromiso de dejar de fumar.Y manténgase alejado de personas que no le brindan apoyo y que pueden sabotear sus esfuerzos por dejar de fumar.

Has your child used this benefit in the past? YES

Child’s Last Name ____________________________ First Name __________________________ Date of Birth __________________ NO

If yes, which camp did your child attend? __________________________

Member E-mail Address _________________________________________________________________________________________ Member Information: National Benefit Fund (NBF)

Greater New York Child Care Fund

NBF Rochester-Area Members

Complete this form in its entirety and return it before January 31, 2013. Mail it to: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program, P.O. Box 955, New York, NY 10108-0955. You may also fax this form to the attention of the Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program at (646) 473-8311. A separate coupon must be submitted for each individual child.

Combata las Ansias Dejar de fumar es difícil; por lo tanto, no se avergüence de pedir ayudar. Pídale consejos a su médico. Llame a su familia y amigos si siente que su compromiso se debilita. Y recuerde que el Fondo de Beneficios está aquí para ayudarle. Llame a un Entrenador de Salud de 1199SEIU (866-935-1199), con el que podrá crear un plan y lo ayudará a seguirlo.También puede recibir un sustituto gratuito de la nicotina si lo necesita.

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Si siente que está por encender un cigarrillo, adopte la regla de postergarlo al menos 10 minutos. Muchas veces este truco le ayudará a postergar las ansias fuertes de fumar. Respire profundo e imagínese cómo los pulmones se llenan de aire fresco y limpio.

Recuerde los beneficios que obtendrá al ser un antiguo fumador y esas ansias de fumar se debilitarán con el tiempo.

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY NBF______ NBF ROCHESTER ______ GNY______ Eligibility: YES ____ NO ____ If no, reason: _______________________ Eligibility Verification Date: _____________________________________ Date Received

Verified by: _________________________________________________

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Talk to a

Health Coach for One-on-One Support Take the Call!

You can get personal, one-on-one health coaching to help you manage a chronic condition and reach your health goals. If you’ve been diagnosed with heart disease or diabetes, one of our health coaches may call you – and we urge you to take the call! These trained professionals, along with your doctor, will show you how changes in your diet and exercise routine can make dramatic improvements in your health. They’ll also help you develop a realistic plan and be there to support you every step of the way.

1199SEIU 24-Hour Nurse Helpline Don’t forget that you can always call the Nurse Helpline – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – with medical questions. If you’re not sure about a medication or your child isn’t feeling well in the middle of the night, a nurse is on hand to help you – just call (866) 935-1199.

“La mayoría de las veces cuando salgo a caminar, otro miembro viene conmigo. Es muy bueno saber que ahora soy una defensora de una mejor salud.”

Make the Call!

Your personal health coach is also the person who can help you quit smoking or lose weight. If you’ve tried to quit smoking or manage your weight on your own, you know how hard it can be. But your health coach will work with you to develop a specific plan and set achievable goals. If you’re trying to change your diet, you’ll also have access to a health coach who will show you how to eat healthier while still enjoying foods you like – and reduce your risk of weight-related health problems, including Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and heart disease. So make sure you use the wellness tools available to you as an 1199SEIU member: call a health coach today at (866) 935-1199 and get the support you need to succeed!

¿Tiene una historia saludable que compartir?

For more information and online support, visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org and click on the Health Coaching Service link. Our Group ID is 1199SEIU.

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Siempre estamos buscando la oportunidad de destacar a los miembros que protegen su salud perdiendo peso, dejando de fumar, manteniendo bajo control una enfermedad crónica o simplemente mejorando su estilo de vida en general. Si usted ha implementado cambios positivos en su salud, o si recién lo está comenzando a hacer, ¡queremos tener noticias suyas! Para compartir su historia con sus compañeros miembros en un número futuro de Para su beneficio, contacte al Fondo en: Communications@1199Funds.org.

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Perfil del Miembro

Eliona Forde-Johnson Cómo Realizar Cambios Duraderos para Controlar la Salud Como Campeona de Bienestar de 1199SEIU, Eliona Forde-Johnson sabe que alentar a los compañeros miembros a comer bien y hacer ejercicio le ayuda a permanecer sana. Hace un poco más de un año, Eliona se dio cuenta de que no debía ignorar las señales de que algo no estaba bien con su salud. De pronto, empezó a sentirse cansada todo el tiempo.

Como trabajadora de atención de la salud, sabía que su peso y su dieta, rica en dulces y bebidas con azúcar, aumentaban el riesgo de diabetes así que controló sus niveles de azúcar en la sangre. Aunque los resultados no la sorprendieron ya que los niveles eran extremadamente altos, se convenció de que debía ver a su médico de atención primaria, que le confirmó su miedo: tenía diabetes tipo 2.

A pesar de lo difícil que era, fue un momento decisivo para la residente de Brooklyn, que ha sido miembro del Fondo Nacional de Beneficios y recepcionista del Manhattan’s Physician Group (Grupo de Médicos de Manhattan) desde 2003. "Me tomó tiempo romper con los viejos hábitos, pero con la dieta he podido realizar cambios y veo que esos cambios están funcionando", cuenta Eliona. Comer sano y hacer ejercicio con regularidad, ahora camina varias veces por semana en el almuerzo, le han ayudado a perder 12 libras y los niveles de azúcar en la sangre se encuentran en un rango más aceptable.

Pero sabe que todavía falta mucho por hacer y gracias a los beneficios de salud del Fondo, está segura de que seguirá progresando. La cobertura de salud de Eliona le permite trabajar con un endocrinólogo sin costos a su cargo y muchos de los cambios que ha realizado son el resultado de aprender más sobre lo que es sano, incluido cómo son las porciones saludables, y lo que no es sano. Añade que el endocrinólogo le sugirió llevar un registro diario de sus comidas y esto ha marcado una gran diferencia. Anotar los momentos en el día en que deseaba comer algo, y asegurarse de tener a mano una fruta o un yogur con bajo contenido de grasa, le facilita realizar un seguimiento de su consumo de calorías diario.

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También ha cambiado las gaseosas por el agua y ha reducido los alimentos procesados y los refrigerios no saludables. "Tuve que eliminar todos los dulces", dice.

Asimismo, han sido de ayuda unos ajustes menores en su rutina diaria, como eliminar el azúcar del café o té y caminar las diez cuadras desde la estación de MTA hasta su oficina.

Eliona no solo ha aumentado su rutina de ejercicios en los últimos meses sino que también ha convencido a algunos compañeros de trabajo a que la acompañen a caminar durante el almuerzo. Lo que no sabía cuando se inscribió como Campeona de Bienestar a principios de 2012, agrega, era lo bueno que sería ver que aquellas personas a su alrededor también realizarían cambios saludables. "La mayoría de las veces cuando salgo a caminar, otro miembro viene conmigo", cuenta. "Es muy bueno saber que ahora soy una defensora de una mejor salud".

Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig for 1199ers!

If you need help losing extra pounds, why not try a plan that has been shown to work? A study by U.S. News & World Report lists the Weight Watchers program and Jenny Craig as the best commercial diet plans. Jenny Craig’s prepackaged meals may seem a little costly at first glance, but the money you save at the grocery store should help offset your investment. And 1199ers can take advantage of a special discount on either program.

Jenny Craig The approach:

Healthy prepackaged meals and recipes help you limit calories, fat and portions, so you’ll learn how much you should be eating and what a balanced meal looks like

What you’ll get: A meal and exercise plan created especially for you plus weekly one-onone counseling sessions with a Jenny Craig consultant

Weight Watchers The approach:

Good nutrition, healthy habits and exercise that fit your lifestyle (and no foods are off limits!)

What you’ll get: Encouragement and support at group meetings plus easy-to-use resources, including recipes and extensive food value lists How to sign up: For just $39.95 a month (a savings of $3 off the regular $42.95), enroll in the Monthly Pass Program, which allows you to attend an unlimited number of meetings and access online tools. Just go to https://wellness.weightwatchers.com.

Our Company ID is 60900, and our Company Passcode is WW60900.

If you need assistance, please call the Weight Watchers Hotline at (866) 204-2885 and mention the 1199SEIU Corporate Program.

How to sign up: For a free 30-Day Program and 25 percent off a Premium Program (not including the cost of meals), go to www.jennycraig.com/corporatechannel/ 1199SEIU.aspx, register for the discount coupon, then take it to a Jenny Craig center near you (call 877-JENNY70) or reference it if you want to register for the Jenny At Home option.* * Plus the cost of food. Plus the cost of shipping, if applicable. Restrictions apply.

Source: www.health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-overall-diets

Get a “Taste of Success” with Online-Only Offer If you want to try Jenny Craig’s food before signing up, you can order a Taste of Success Sample Kit for $39.99.* You’ll get three days of breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks, plus 7 Anytime Vitamin bars. Go to https://www2. jennycraig.com/websamplekit/?org=1199SEIU to order (shipping is free). If you decide to join, your $39.99 will be credited toward your first food purchase.** * Offer only available to the Continental U.S. Cannot be combined with any other offer/discount. ** Program enrollment required. No cash value. Restrictions may apply.

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Our Prenatal Workshop Helps Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy Join other expectant parents at our Wellness Department’s next Prenatal Workshop on March 2, where you’ll get important information on staying healthy during pregnancy and after your child is born, preparing for your due date, and labor and delivery. Whether it’s your first child or your third, you’ll also learn how to have a healthy pregnancy with fewer complications.

The class will cover everything from how to keep healthy during your pregnancy to information about labor and delivery, what partners need to know about pregnancy and the new baby, and more. Partners are welcome!

What: Prenatal Workshop When: Saturday, March 2, 2013 10:00 am to 2:30 pm Where: 330 West 42 33rd Floor

nd

Street,

To reserve your spot, please call (646) 473-8960, Option 2, Option 2.

Provided by Worksite Medical Services P.C.

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Consulte a continuación los detalles de los lugares, los horarios y las fechas de los eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los establecimientos de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva.

Manhattan Harlem Carver Financial Literacy Ctr. 300 W. 145th St., NYC 10039 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril West Harlem Food Bank For NYC 252 W. 116th St., NYC 10026 De lunes a viernes: de 9:00 am a 4:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril Washington Heights Northern Manhattan Improvement Corp.

76 Wadsworth Ave., NYC 10033 De lunes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes en el mes de marzo Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Bronx Fordham Bronx Works Morris Senior Center 80 East 181st St., Bronx, NY 10453 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril South Bronx Phipps Community Development Corp.

3125 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10451 De martes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 6:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 4:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril

South Bronx 69 E. 167th St., 2nd Fl. (establecimiento de Ariva), Bronx, NY 10452 Lunes y jueves: de 5:00 pm a 7:30 pm Martes y miércoles: de 1:00 pm a 7:30 pm Sábados: de 10:00 am a 4:00 pm Si desea obtener más información, llame al (718) 292-2983 Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril Northwest Bronx* University Neighborhood Housing Program (establecimiento de Ariva) Our Lady of Refuge House 2715 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10458 Ciertos miércoles y sábados Solo con cita previa; llame al (718) 933-2539 Del 23 de enero al 10 de abril * Brinda el servicio de la preparación gratuita de la declaración de impuestos para los contribuyentes con ingresos familiares en el año 2012 que sean inferiores a $56,000 (o $25,000 si es soltero/a y no tiene dependientes)

Restoration Plaza 1368 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY 11216 Martes, miércoles y jueves: de 10:00 am a 4:30 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 3:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril Sunset Park Center for Family Life 449 39th St., 4th Fl., Brooklyn, NY De martes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo y abril Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril

Queens

Brooklyn

Jackson Heights Transfiguration of Christ Greek Orthodox Church 38-05 98th St., Corona, NY 11368 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril

Capital One 365 Fulton St., 2nd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11201 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril

Richmond Hill Dress for Success 114-14 Jamaica Ave. Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Lunes, miércoles y jueves: de 4:00 pm a 8:00 pm Sábado: de 10:00 am a 6:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Bedford-Stuyvesant St. John’s Bread & Life Program 795 Lexington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 De lunes a miércoles: de 1:00 pm a 7:00 pm Jueves: de 1:00 pm a 8:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 4:30 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Staten Island Sovereign Bank 15 Hyatt St., 2nd Fl., Staten Island, NY 10301 De lunes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes en el mes de marzo Del 26 de enero al 13 de abril

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DEDICADO A LA SALUD Y EL BIENESTAR DE LOS MIEMBROS DE 1199SEIU

Asegúrese de Obtener la Máxima Devolución de Impuestos

Para Su Beneficio

Durante años, el Programa de Asistencia Tributaria del Fondo Nacional de Beneficios de 1199SEIU ha ayudado a miembros elegibles a solicitar el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC, por sus siglas en inglés) y a obtener la máxima devolución posible de impuestos. En 2013, nuevamente el Fondo se está asociando con la Coalición del Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo de la Ciudad de Nueva York para ayudarle a preparar su declaración de impuestos. La Coalición del Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo está dirigida por el Departamento de Asuntos del Consumidor de la Ciudad de Nueva York e incluye la Office of Financial Empowerment y el Food Bank For New York City.

Mensaje de la Directora Ejecutiva A pesar de nuestras mejores intenciones, la temporada de fiestas puede tentarnos fácilmente a volver a los viejos hábitos no saludables. Pero aun así puede llevar un estilo de vida saludable mientras celebra con su familia y amigos. Es posible que no encuentre tiempo para hacer ejercicio todos los días o que pueda sobrepasarse en algunas ocasiones con las comidas en las fiestas, pero al respetar su dieta diaria y su rutina de ejercicios tanto como sea posible, puede disfrutar de las fiestas y no ser tan duro con usted mismo por hacer "trampa". De esta manera, cuando llegue el Año Nuevo, puede volver fácilmente a su antigua rutina sin sentir que debe empezar de cero.

Visite los Sitios de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva para Obtener la Preparación de Impuestos sin Cargo Siempre que su ingreso familiar de 2012 sea inferior a $50,000 (o $18,000 si es soltero y sin dependientes), nuestros socios en Food Bank For New York City ofrecen eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los cinco distritos y el programa de educación financiera sin cargo, Ariva, ofrece asistencia gratuita en establecimientos del Bronx. Si califica para el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo, los expertos tributarios le ayudarán a solicitar el crédito. Incluso si usted no vive cerca de estos establecimientos, asegúrese de leer el siguiente cuadro "Solicite Su Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo" para saber si califica para el crédito antes de presentar su declaración.

Consulte a continuación los detalles de los lugares, los horarios y las fechas de los eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los establecimientos de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva.

Aviso Importante sobre H&R Block H&R Block, que ya no está obligado a proporcionar servicios con descuentos a nivel federal, ha descontinuado su asociación con nosotros.

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Invierno de 2013

El Fondo de Beneficios se compromete a ayudarlo a lograr eso. En este número de Para su beneficio, ofrecemos todo el apoyo que necesita para que el 2013 sea su año más saludable.

Hemos incluido información sobre diferentes formas de añadir más ejercicio a su rutina diaria y más frutas y verduras a su dieta.También lo ayudaremos a prepararse para realizar el cambio que puede tener el efecto más drástico en su salud, dejar de fumar. Leerá sobre una compañera miembro que utilizó la cobertura del Fondo de Beneficios para perder peso y controlar su diabetes y ahora alienta a sus compañeros de trabajo a que hagan lo mismo. Si asiste a uno de nuestros próximos eventos de bienestar, recibirá el calendario de Protección de nuestra salud de 2013 con todos los consejos y herramientas que lo ayudarán a estar sano y permanecer así durante todo el año.

Solicite Su Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC) Puede verificar si reúne los requisitos de ingresos para solicitar el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC) utilizando las pautas de impuestos de 2012 que se indican a continuación: •

Ingreso inferior a $45,060 (o $50,270 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con tres o más hijos dependientes

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Ingreso inferior a $41,952 ($47,162 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con dos hijos dependientes

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Ingreso inferior a $36,920 ($42,130 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con un hijo dependiente

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Ingreso inferior a $13,980 ($19,190 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) sin hijos dependientes

Como siempre, hemos incluido detalles importantes sobre los valiosos programas y servicios que ofrece el Fondo. Encontrará información sobre las pruebas importantes que el Fondo cubre sin costo así como también actualizaciones sobre sus beneficios de medicamentos con receta y radiología. Por último, podrá leer sobre nuestro conocido programa de preparación de impuestos, que ayuda a miembros elegibles a recuperar miles de dólares en sus devoluciones de impuestos cada año.

Este número de Para su beneficio contiene in formación importante sobre sus derechos a través de planes de beneficios y pensiones y la Ley de Garantía de Ingresos por Jubilación del Empleado que debe leer y conservar para referencia en el futuro.

Esperamos que este número de Para su beneficio le ayude a arrancar el nuevo año de una manera saludable y feliz.

Atentamente,

Mitra Behroozi Directora ejecutiva Fondos de Beneficios y Pensiones de 1199SEIU

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Actualización de Beneficios y Noticias

Mantenga el Rumbo Todo el Año con el Calendario de Protección de Nuestra Salud de 2013 ¡Ya salió la última edición de nuestro calendario anual de Protección de nuestra salud! Asegúrese de obtener un calendario al asistir a cualquiera de las próximas ferias de salud, talleres de bienestar u otros eventos del Fondo de Beneficios que nuestro Departamento de Bienestar/Asistencia para Miembros (MAP) patrocina. El nuevo calendario de Protección de nuestra salud de 2013 incluye toda la información que le ayudará a usted y a su familia a mantenerse bien. Durante todo el año, encontrará sugerencias útiles sobre cómo equilibrar su dieta con una mejor nutrición, aumentar su nivel de acondicionamiento físico y mejorar su salud en general. Para encontrar una feria de salud o un taller cercano, consulte los próximos eventos en el calendario del Fondo en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org.

Las Pruebas de Esfuerzo y Otros Procedimientos Cardiológicos Ahora Requieren Autorización Previa A veces usted solo necesita una radiografía, pero su proveedor le receta una exploración de resonancia magnética (MRI).

Las pruebas innecesarias, repetitivas y costosas han aumentado con los años y las consecuencias pueden ser graves. Es por eso que el programa de Revisión de Radiología del Fondo de Beneficios requiere una autorización previa para servicios de diagnóstico por imágenes ambulatorios, incluidas las exploraciones de resonancia magnética (MRI), las tomografías computarizadas y otros procedimientos.

En un estudio reciente en Archives of Internal Medicine (Archivos de Medicina Interna), se descubrió que los beneficiarios de Medicare a los que les hacían ciertas pruebas de diagnóstico tenían más probabilidades de repetir el procedimiento, a pesar de que las pautas aconsejaban no realizar las pruebas de rutina. De hecho, más de la mitad de los beneficiarios de Medicare estudiados habían tenido una prueba repetida. Según los investigadores, las pruebas adicionales no solo aumentan los gastos en el sistema de atención de la salud, sino que también conducen a tratamientos innecesarios y hasta dañinos.

Desde el 1 de noviembre de 2012, nuestro programa de Autorización Previa se ha ampliado para incluir los procedimientos de cardiología nuclear, como las pruebas de esfuerzo.

Para obtener más información, visite www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, o comuníquese con un representante en nuestro Departamento de Servicios para los Miembros llamando al (646) 473-9200.

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Medco Ahora Es Express Scripts Es posible que haya notado que algunas comunicaciones que recibe de Medco ahora usan el nombre Express Scripts. Medco y Express Scripts, dos de los administradores de beneficios de farmacia más grandes del país, se fusionaron y formaron una sola compañía llamada ESI. Hasta que finalice el proceso, a veces verá el nombre Medco en comunicaciones de farmacia y en línea.

Recuerde que sus beneficios no cambiarán. Todavía tendrá acceso a todos los medicamentos y servicios que necesita para mantenerse saludable. No deberá obtener una nueva tarjeta y puede continuar renovando sus recetas como lo realiza normalmente.

Para obtener más información, visite www.Medco.com.

Nuevas Adiciones a la Farmacia de Atención Especializada En el caso de los medicamentos que requieren un tratamiento especial, como los medicamentos refrigerados o inyectables, puede solicitar la entrega a domicilio a través de la farmacia especializada de ExpressScripts/Medco, Accredo. Se han agregado siete medicamentos nuevos a la lista de medicamentos disponibles, incluidos los tratamientos para cáncer colorrectal, esclerosis múltiple y control de peso crónico. Puede obtener la lista completa de medicamentos especializados disponibles en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org. Si usted se ve afectado por cualquiera de estos cambios, recibirá por correo la información del Fondo de Beneficios.

Hable con un

Entrenador de Salud para obtener Apoyo Individualizado ¡Conteste la Llamada!

Usted puede obtener asesoría personal e individualizada de un entrenador de salud para ayudarle a controlar una enfermedad crónica y alcanzar sus metas de salud. Si se le ha diagnosticado una enfermedad cardíaca o diabetes, es posible que uno de nuestros entrenadores de salud le llame, por ello le ruego que ¡Conteste la Llamada! Estos profesionales capacitados, conjuntamente con su médico, le mostrarán en qué medida los cambios en su dieta y rutina de ejercicios pueden significar mejoras dramáticas en su salud. También le ayudarán a formular un plan realista y estarán a su disposición para apoyarle en cada paso del recorrido.

La Línea de Ayuda de Enfermería disponible las 24 Horas del 1199SEIU No olvide que puede llamar siempre a la Línea de Ayuda de Enfermería, disponible las 24 horas del día y los 7 días de la semana, para formular preguntas médicas. Si no está seguro sobre un medicamento o si uno de sus hijos no se siente bien en el medio de la noche, una enfermera está disponible para ayudarle, simplemente llame al (866) 935-1199.

¡Haga la Llamada!

Su entrenador de salud personal también es la persona que le puede ayudar a dejar de fumar o perder peso. Si ha intentado dejar de fumar o controlar su peso por su propia cuenta, sabe lo difícil que es. Pero su entrenador de salud colaborará con usted para desarrollar un plan específico y establecer metas alcanzables. Si está intentando cambiar su dieta, también tendrá acceso a un dietista que le mostrará cómo alimentarse más saludablemente mientras sigue disfrutando de las comidas que le gustan, y reducir su riesgo de problemas de salud relacionados con el peso, incluidos la diabetes de Tipo 2, el colesterol alto, la presión arterial elevada y las enfermedades cardíacas. Para asegurarse de que utiliza las herramientas de bienestar que están a su disposición como miembro de 1199SEIU, llame a un entrenador de salud hoy mismo al (866) 935-1199 y obtenga el apoyo que necesita para tener éxito.

Para obtener información adicional y apoyo por Internet, visite www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, y haga clic en el enlace del Servicio de Entrenamiento de Salud. Nuestra identificación de grupo es 1199SEIU.

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Actualización de Beneficios y Noticias

Mantenga el Rumbo Todo el Año con el Calendario de Protección de Nuestra Salud de 2013 ¡Ya salió la última edición de nuestro calendario anual de Protección de nuestra salud! Asegúrese de obtener un calendario al asistir a cualquiera de las próximas ferias de salud, talleres de bienestar u otros eventos del Fondo de Beneficios que nuestro Departamento de Bienestar/Asistencia para Miembros (MAP) patrocina. El nuevo calendario de Protección de nuestra salud de 2013 incluye toda la información que le ayudará a usted y a su familia a mantenerse bien. Durante todo el año, encontrará sugerencias útiles sobre cómo equilibrar su dieta con una mejor nutrición, aumentar su nivel de acondicionamiento físico y mejorar su salud en general. Para encontrar una feria de salud o un taller cercano, consulte los próximos eventos en el calendario del Fondo en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org.

Las Pruebas de Esfuerzo y Otros Procedimientos Cardiológicos Ahora Requieren Autorización Previa A veces usted solo necesita una radiografía, pero su proveedor le receta una exploración de resonancia magnética (MRI).

Las pruebas innecesarias, repetitivas y costosas han aumentado con los años y las consecuencias pueden ser graves. Es por eso que el programa de Revisión de Radiología del Fondo de Beneficios requiere una autorización previa para servicios de diagnóstico por imágenes ambulatorios, incluidas las exploraciones de resonancia magnética (MRI), las tomografías computarizadas y otros procedimientos.

En un estudio reciente en Archives of Internal Medicine (Archivos de Medicina Interna), se descubrió que los beneficiarios de Medicare a los que les hacían ciertas pruebas de diagnóstico tenían más probabilidades de repetir el procedimiento, a pesar de que las pautas aconsejaban no realizar las pruebas de rutina. De hecho, más de la mitad de los beneficiarios de Medicare estudiados habían tenido una prueba repetida. Según los investigadores, las pruebas adicionales no solo aumentan los gastos en el sistema de atención de la salud, sino que también conducen a tratamientos innecesarios y hasta dañinos.

Desde el 1 de noviembre de 2012, nuestro programa de Autorización Previa se ha ampliado para incluir los procedimientos de cardiología nuclear, como las pruebas de esfuerzo.

Para obtener más información, visite www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, o comuníquese con un representante en nuestro Departamento de Servicios para los Miembros llamando al (646) 473-9200.

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Medco Ahora Es Express Scripts Es posible que haya notado que algunas comunicaciones que recibe de Medco ahora usan el nombre Express Scripts. Medco y Express Scripts, dos de los administradores de beneficios de farmacia más grandes del país, se fusionaron y formaron una sola compañía llamada ESI. Hasta que finalice el proceso, a veces verá el nombre Medco en comunicaciones de farmacia y en línea.

Recuerde que sus beneficios no cambiarán. Todavía tendrá acceso a todos los medicamentos y servicios que necesita para mantenerse saludable. No deberá obtener una nueva tarjeta y puede continuar renovando sus recetas como lo realiza normalmente.

Para obtener más información, visite www.Medco.com.

Nuevas Adiciones a la Farmacia de Atención Especializada En el caso de los medicamentos que requieren un tratamiento especial, como los medicamentos refrigerados o inyectables, puede solicitar la entrega a domicilio a través de la farmacia especializada de ExpressScripts/Medco, Accredo. Se han agregado siete medicamentos nuevos a la lista de medicamentos disponibles, incluidos los tratamientos para cáncer colorrectal, esclerosis múltiple y control de peso crónico. Puede obtener la lista completa de medicamentos especializados disponibles en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org. Si usted se ve afectado por cualquiera de estos cambios, recibirá por correo la información del Fondo de Beneficios.

Hable con un

Entrenador de Salud para obtener Apoyo Individualizado ¡Conteste la Llamada!

Usted puede obtener asesoría personal e individualizada de un entrenador de salud para ayudarle a controlar una enfermedad crónica y alcanzar sus metas de salud. Si se le ha diagnosticado una enfermedad cardíaca o diabetes, es posible que uno de nuestros entrenadores de salud le llame, por ello le ruego que ¡Conteste la Llamada! Estos profesionales capacitados, conjuntamente con su médico, le mostrarán en qué medida los cambios en su dieta y rutina de ejercicios pueden significar mejoras dramáticas en su salud. También le ayudarán a formular un plan realista y estarán a su disposición para apoyarle en cada paso del recorrido.

La Línea de Ayuda de Enfermería disponible las 24 Horas del 1199SEIU No olvide que puede llamar siempre a la Línea de Ayuda de Enfermería, disponible las 24 horas del día y los 7 días de la semana, para formular preguntas médicas. Si no está seguro sobre un medicamento o si uno de sus hijos no se siente bien en el medio de la noche, una enfermera está disponible para ayudarle, simplemente llame al (866) 935-1199.

¡Haga la Llamada!

Su entrenador de salud personal también es la persona que le puede ayudar a dejar de fumar o perder peso. Si ha intentado dejar de fumar o controlar su peso por su propia cuenta, sabe lo difícil que es. Pero su entrenador de salud colaborará con usted para desarrollar un plan específico y establecer metas alcanzables. Si está intentando cambiar su dieta, también tendrá acceso a un dietista que le mostrará cómo alimentarse más saludablemente mientras sigue disfrutando de las comidas que le gustan, y reducir su riesgo de problemas de salud relacionados con el peso, incluidos la diabetes de Tipo 2, el colesterol alto, la presión arterial elevada y las enfermedades cardíacas. Para asegurarse de que utiliza las herramientas de bienestar que están a su disposición como miembro de 1199SEIU, llame a un entrenador de salud hoy mismo al (866) 935-1199 y obtenga el apoyo que necesita para tener éxito.

Para obtener información adicional y apoyo por Internet, visite www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, y haga clic en el enlace del Servicio de Entrenamiento de Salud. Nuestra identificación de grupo es 1199SEIU.

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DEDICADO A LA SALUD Y EL BIENESTAR DE LOS MIEMBROS DE 1199SEIU

Asegúrese de Obtener la Máxima Devolución de Impuestos Durante años, el Programa de Asistencia Tributaria del Fondo Nacional de Beneficios de 1199SEIU ha ayudado a miembros elegibles a solicitar el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC, por sus siglas en inglés) y a obtener la máxima devolución posible de impuestos. En 2013, nuevamente el Fondo se está asociando con la Coalición del Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo de la Ciudad de Nueva York para ayudarle a preparar su declaración de impuestos. La Coalición del Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo está dirigida por el Departamento de Asuntos del Consumidor de la Ciudad de Nueva York e incluye la Office of Financial Empowerment y el Food Bank For New York City.

Para Su Beneficio Mensaje de la Directora Ejecutiva A pesar de nuestras mejores intenciones, la temporada de fiestas puede tentarnos fácilmente a volver a los viejos hábitos no saludables. Pero aun así puede llevar un estilo de vida saludable mientras celebra con su familia y amigos. Es posible que no encuentre tiempo para hacer ejercicio todos los días o que pueda sobrepasarse en algunas ocasiones con las comidas en las fiestas, pero al respetar su dieta diaria y su rutina de ejercicios tanto como sea posible, puede disfrutar de las fiestas y no ser tan duro con usted mismo por hacer "trampa". De esta manera, cuando llegue el Año Nuevo, puede volver fácilmente a su antigua rutina sin sentir que debe empezar de cero.

Visite los Sitios de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva para Obtener la Preparación de Impuestos sin Cargo Siempre que su ingreso familiar de 2012 sea inferior a $50,000 (o $18,000 si es soltero y sin dependientes), nuestros socios en Food Bank For New York City ofrecen eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los cinco distritos y el programa de educación financiera sin cargo, Ariva, ofrece asistencia gratuita en dos establecimientos del Bronx, incluido uno en el noroeste para presentaciones con un ingreso familiar de 2012 de $56,000 (o $25,000 si es soltero y sin dependientes). Si califica para el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo, los expertos tributarios le ayudarán a solicitar el crédito. ncluso si usted no vive cerca de estos establecimientos, asegúrese de leer el cuadro "Solicite Su Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo" que aparece a la derecha para saber si califica para el crédito antes de presentar su declaración.

Consulte a continuación los detalles de los lugares, los horarios y las fechas de los eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los establecimientos de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva.

Aviso Importante sobre H&R Block H&R Block, que ya no está obligado a proporcionar servicios con descuentos a nivel federal, ha descontinuado su asociación con nosotros.

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Invierno de 2013

El Fondo de Beneficios se compromete a ayudarlo a lograr eso. En este número de Para su beneficio, ofrecemos todo el apoyo que necesita para que el 2013 sea su año más saludable.

Hemos incluido información sobre diferentes formas de añadir más ejercicio a su rutina diaria y más frutas y verduras a su dieta.También lo ayudaremos a prepararse para realizar el cambio que puede tener el efecto más drástico en su salud, dejar de fumar. Leerá sobre una compañera miembro que utilizó la cobertura del Fondo de Beneficios para perder peso y controlar su diabetes y ahora alienta a sus compañeros de trabajo a que hagan lo mismo. Si asiste a uno de nuestros próximos eventos de bienestar, recibirá el calendario de Protección de nuestra salud de 2013 con todos los consejos y herramientas que lo ayudarán a estar sano y permanecer así durante todo el año.

Solicite Su Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC) Puede verificar si reúne los requisitos de ingresos para solicitar el Crédito Tributario por Ingresos del Trabajo (EITC) utilizando las pautas de impuestos de 2012 que se indican a continuación: •

Ingreso inferior a $45,060 (o $50,270 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con tres o más hijos dependientes

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Ingreso inferior a $41,952 ($47,162 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con dos hijos dependientes

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Ingreso inferior a $36,920 ($42,130 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) con un hijo dependiente

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Ingreso inferior a $13,980 ($19,190 si es casado y presenta una declaración conjunta) sin hijos dependientes

Como siempre, hemos incluido detalles importantes sobre los valiosos programas y servicios que ofrece el Fondo. Encontrará información sobre las pruebas importantes que el Fondo cubre sin costo así como también actualizaciones sobre sus beneficios de medicamentos con receta y radiología. Por último, podrá leer sobre nuestro conocido programa de preparación de impuestos, que ayuda a miembros elegibles a recuperar miles de dólares en sus devoluciones de impuestos cada año.

Este número de Para su beneficio contiene in formación importante sobre sus derechos a través de planes de beneficios y pensiones y la Ley de Garantía de Ingresos por Jubilación del Empleado que debe leer y conservar para referencia en el futuro.

Esperamos que este número de Para su beneficio le ayude a arrancar el nuevo año de una manera saludable y feliz.

Atentamente,

Mitra Behroozi Directora ejecutiva Fondos de Beneficios y Pensiones de 1199SEIU

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Our Prenatal Workshop Helps Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy Join other expectant parents at our Wellness Department’s next Prenatal Workshop on March 2, where you’ll get important information on staying healthy during pregnancy and after your child is born, preparing for your due date, and labor and delivery. Whether it’s your first child or your third, you’ll also learn how to have a healthy pregnancy with fewer complications.

The class will cover everything from how to keep healthy during your pregnancy to information about labor and delivery, what partners need to know about pregnancy and the new baby, and more. Partners are welcome!

What: Prenatal Workshop When: Saturday, March 2, 2013 10:00 am to 2:30 pm Where: 330 West 42 33rd Floor

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Street,

To reserve your spot, please call (646) 473-8960, Option 2, Option 2.

Provided by Worksite Medical Services P.C.

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Consulte a continuación los detalles de los lugares, los horarios y las fechas de los eventos gratuitos de preparación de impuestos en los establecimientos de Food Bank For New York City y Ariva.

Manhattan Harlem Carver Financial Literacy Ctr. 300 W. 145th St., NYC 10039 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril West Harlem Food Bank For NYC 252 W. 116th St., NYC 10026 De lunes a viernes: de 9:00 am a 4:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril Washington Heights Northern Manhattan Improvement Corp.

76 Wadsworth Ave., NYC 10033 De lunes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes en el mes de marzo Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Bronx Fordham Bronx Works Morris Senior Center 80 East 181st St., Bronx, NY 10453 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril South Bronx Phipps Community Development Corp.

3125 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10451 De martes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 6:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 4:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril

South Bronx 69 E. 167th St., 2nd Fl. (establecimiento de Ariva), Bronx, NY 10452 Lunes y jueves: de 5:00 pm a 7:30 pm Martes y miércoles: de 1:00 pm a 7:30 pm Sábados: de 10:00 am a 4:00 pm Si desea obtener más información, llame al (718) 292-2983 Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril Northwest Bronx* University Neighborhood Housing Program (establecimiento de Ariva) Our Lady of Refuge House 2715 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10458 Ciertos miércoles y sábados Solo con cita previa; llame al (718) 933-2539 Del 23 de enero al 10 de abril * Brinda el servicio de la preparación gratuita de la declaración de impuestos para los contribuyentes con ingresos familiares en el año 2012 que sean inferiores a $56,000 (o $25,000 si es soltero/a y no tiene dependientes)

Restoration Plaza 1368 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY 11216 Martes, miércoles y jueves: de 10:00 am a 4:30 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 3:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril Sunset Park Center for Family Life 449 39th St., 4th Fl., Brooklyn, NY De martes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo y abril Del 22 de enero al 13 de abril

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Brooklyn

Jackson Heights Transfiguration of Christ Greek Orthodox Church 38-05 98th St., Corona, NY 11368 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril

Capital One 365 Fulton St., 2nd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11201 De lunes a jueves: de 10:00 am a 7:00 pm Viernes: de 10:00 am a 5:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 17 de enero al 15 de abril

Richmond Hill Dress for Success 114-14 Jamaica Ave. Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Lunes, miércoles y jueves: de 4:00 pm a 8:00 pm Sábado: de 10:00 am a 6:00 pm Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Bedford-Stuyvesant St. John’s Bread & Life Program 795 Lexington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 De lunes a miércoles: de 1:00 pm a 7:00 pm Jueves: de 1:00 pm a 8:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 4:30 pm Cerrado los lunes y viernes en el mes de marzo Del 22 de enero al 15 de abril

Staten Island Sovereign Bank 15 Hyatt St., 2nd Fl., Staten Island, NY 10301 De lunes a jueves: de 12:00 pm a 7:00 pm Sábado: de 9:00 am a 5:00 pm Cerrado los lunes en el mes de marzo Del 26 de enero al 13 de abril

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Perfil del Miembro

Eliona Forde-Johnson Cómo Realizar Cambios Duraderos para Controlar la Salud Como Campeona de Bienestar de 1199SEIU, Eliona Forde-Johnson sabe que alentar a los compañeros miembros a comer bien y hacer ejercicio le ayuda a permanecer sana. Hace un poco más de un año, Eliona se dio cuenta de que no debía ignorar las señales de que algo no estaba bien con su salud. De pronto, empezó a sentirse cansada todo el tiempo.

Como trabajadora de atención de la salud, sabía que su peso y su dieta, rica en dulces y bebidas con azúcar, aumentaban el riesgo de diabetes así que controló sus niveles de azúcar en la sangre. Aunque los resultados no la sorprendieron ya que los niveles eran extremadamente altos, se convenció de que debía ver a su médico de atención primaria, que le confirmó su miedo: tenía diabetes tipo 2.

A pesar de lo difícil que era, fue un momento decisivo para la residente de Brooklyn, que ha sido miembro del Fondo Nacional de Beneficios y recepcionista del Manhattan’s Physician Group (Grupo de Médicos de Manhattan) desde 2003. "Me tomó tiempo romper con los viejos hábitos, pero con la dieta he podido realizar cambios y veo que esos cambios están funcionando", cuenta Eliona. Comer sano y hacer ejercicio con regularidad, ahora camina varias veces por semana en el almuerzo, le han ayudado a perder 12 libras y los niveles de azúcar en la sangre se encuentran en un rango más aceptable.

Pero sabe que todavía falta mucho por hacer y gracias a los beneficios de salud del Fondo, está segura de que seguirá progresando. La cobertura de salud de Eliona le permite trabajar con un endocrinólogo sin costos a su cargo y muchos de los cambios que ha realizado son el resultado de aprender más sobre lo que es sano, incluido cómo son las porciones saludables, y lo que no es sano. Añade que el endocrinólogo le sugirió llevar un registro diario de sus comidas y esto ha marcado una gran diferencia. Anotar los momentos en el día en que deseaba comer algo, y asegurarse de tener a mano una fruta o un yogur con bajo contenido de grasa, le facilita realizar un seguimiento de su consumo de calorías diario.

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También ha cambiado las gaseosas por el agua y ha reducido los alimentos procesados y los refrigerios no saludables. "Tuve que eliminar todos los dulces", dice.

Asimismo, han sido de ayuda unos ajustes menores en su rutina diaria, como eliminar el azúcar del café o té y caminar las diez cuadras desde la estación de MTA hasta su oficina.

Eliona no solo ha aumentado su rutina de ejercicios en los últimos meses sino que también ha convencido a algunos compañeros de trabajo a que la acompañen a caminar durante el almuerzo. Lo que no sabía cuando se inscribió como Campeona de Bienestar a principios de 2012, agrega, era lo bueno que sería ver que aquellas personas a su alrededor también realizarían cambios saludables. "La mayoría de las veces cuando salgo a caminar, otro miembro viene conmigo", cuenta. "Es muy bueno saber que ahora soy una defensora de una mejor salud".

Weight Watchers and Jenny Craig for 1199ers!

If you need help losing extra pounds, why not try a plan that has been shown to work? A study by U.S. News & World Report lists the Weight Watchers program and Jenny Craig as the best commercial diet plans. Jenny Craig’s prepackaged meals may seem a little costly at first glance, but the money you save at the grocery store should help offset your investment. And 1199ers can take advantage of a special discount on either program.

Jenny Craig The approach:

Healthy prepackaged meals and recipes help you limit calories, fat and portions, so you’ll learn how much you should be eating and what a balanced meal looks like

What you’ll get: A meal and exercise plan created especially for you plus weekly one-onone counseling sessions with a Jenny Craig consultant

Weight Watchers The approach:

Good nutrition, healthy habits and exercise that fit your lifestyle (and no foods are off limits!)

What you’ll get: Encouragement and support at group meetings plus easy-to-use resources, including recipes and extensive food value lists How to sign up: For just $39.95 a month (a savings of $3 off the regular $42.95), enroll in the Monthly Pass Program, which allows you to attend an unlimited number of meetings and access online tools. Just go to https://wellness.weightwatchers.com.

Our Company ID is 60900, and our Company Passcode is WW60900.

If you need assistance, please call the Weight Watchers Hotline at (866) 204-2885 and mention the 1199SEIU Corporate Program.

How to sign up: For a free 30-Day Program and 25 percent off a Premium Program (not including the cost of meals), go to www.jennycraig.com/corporatechannel/ 1199SEIU.aspx, register for the discount coupon, then take it to a Jenny Craig center near you (call 877-JENNY70) or reference it if you want to register for the Jenny At Home option.* * Plus the cost of food. Plus the cost of shipping, if applicable. Restrictions apply.

Source: www.health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-overall-diets

Get a “Taste of Success” with Online-Only Offer If you want to try Jenny Craig’s food before signing up, you can order a Taste of Success Sample Kit for $39.99.* You’ll get three days of breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks, plus 7 Anytime Vitamin bars. Go to https://www2. jennycraig.com/websamplekit/?org=1199SEIU to order (shipping is free). If you decide to join, your $39.99 will be credited toward your first food purchase.** * Offer only available to the Continental U.S. Cannot be combined with any other offer/discount. ** Program enrollment required. No cash value. Restrictions may apply.

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Talk to a

Health Coach for One-on-One Support Take the Call!

You can get personal, one-on-one health coaching to help you manage a chronic condition and reach your health goals. If you’ve been diagnosed with heart disease or diabetes, one of our health coaches may call you – and we urge you to take the call! These trained professionals, along with your doctor, will show you how changes in your diet and exercise routine can make dramatic improvements in your health. They’ll also help you develop a realistic plan and be there to support you every step of the way.

1199SEIU 24-Hour Nurse Helpline Don’t forget that you can always call the Nurse Helpline – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – with medical questions. If you’re not sure about a medication or your child isn’t feeling well in the middle of the night, a nurse is on hand to help you – just call (866) 935-1199.

“La mayoría de las veces cuando salgo a caminar, otro miembro viene conmigo. Es muy bueno saber que ahora soy una defensora de una mejor salud.”

Make the Call!

Your personal health coach is also the person who can help you quit smoking or lose weight. If you’ve tried to quit smoking or manage your weight on your own, you know how hard it can be. But your health coach will work with you to develop a specific plan and set achievable goals. If you’re trying to change your diet, you’ll also have access to a health coach who will show you how to eat healthier while still enjoying foods you like – and reduce your risk of weight-related health problems, including Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and heart disease. So make sure you use the wellness tools available to you as an 1199SEIU member: call a health coach today at (866) 935-1199 and get the support you need to succeed!

¿Tiene una historia saludable que compartir?

For more information and online support, visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org and click on the Health Coaching Service link. Our Group ID is 1199SEIU.

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Siempre estamos buscando la oportunidad de destacar a los miembros que protegen su salud perdiendo peso, dejando de fumar, manteniendo bajo control una enfermedad crónica o simplemente mejorando su estilo de vida en general. Si usted ha implementado cambios positivos en su salud, o si recién lo está comenzando a hacer, ¡queremos tener noticias suyas! Para compartir su historia con sus compañeros miembros en un número futuro de Para su beneficio, contacte al Fondo en: Communications@1199Funds.org.

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Vida Saludable

Deje de Fumar para Siempre Que el 2013 sea el año que en que deja de fumar, para siempre.

Dejar de fumar puede ser una de las cosas más difíciles que le toque hacer, pero usted puede hacerlo. Cada día en que decide no fumar es una pequeña victoria y, con el tiempo, esas victorias suman para convertirse en un gran premio para el corazón y los pulmones. Como un incentivo adicional, recuerde que, de acuerdo con la Asociación Americana del Corazón, en promedio, las personas que no fuman viven 14 años más que aquellas que fuman.

Para tener la mejor oportunidad de dejar de fumar, y permanecer así, necesita saber a lo que se enfrenta, cuáles son sus opciones y dónde obtener ayuda. La planificación de su estrategia por anticipado aumentará enormemente sus posibilidades de abandonar el hábito para siempre.

A continuación, ofrecemos algunos consejos que lo ayudarán en el proceso:

Forme una Red de Apoyo

2013 Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program for Children Ages 9 to 15 Years

Fije una Fecha para Dejarlo Fijar una fecha le ofrece un objetivo hacia el que trabajar, lo que resulta muy útil para algunas personas.

Sea realista cuando fije su fecha y evite momentos que puedan hacer que resulta aún más difícil dejarlo, como alrededor de las fiestas o durante una temporada estresante en el trabajo.

Cuídese Beba mucha agua, coma bien y descanse lo suficiente.

Esto puede ayudarle a permanecer sano y a evitar estrés adicional.

Encuentre un Sustituto del Cigarrillo Cada vez que tenga ganas de fumar, en lugar de fumar un cigarrillo busque goma de mascar sin azúcar, un caramelo duro sin azúcar o verduras crudas, como palitos de zanahoria o apio. Si extraña la sensación de tener un cigarrillo en la mano, sostenga otro objeto, como un lápiz, un sujetapapeles o una moneda.

Each year, the Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program sends more than 800 children of 1199SEIU members to three- and four-week sleep-away camps throughout the Northeast – at minimal cost to their parents.

To apply for sleep-away camp, simply fill out the coupon above and return it to the 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation before January 31, 2013. If your child is eligible, our program staff will contact you to schedule an appointment to attend a mandatory orientation in order to select the camp that best suits your child’s needs and interests. You are required to submit a $10 non-refundable application fee, which must be paid at orientation.

Please contact the Anne Shore Camp Program at (646) 473-8310 or at anneshorecampprogram@1199funds.org for more information.

This summer program is a three- to four-week sleep-away camp. This application IS NOT for day camp.

ANNE SHORE SLEEP-AWAY CAMP PROGRAM • 2013 ELIGIBILITY COUPON Please print clearly in ink.

Member Last Name ___________________________ First Name_________________________ Member ID No. __________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ Apt. No. __________________ City _________________________________________________________ State__________________ Zip_____________________ Home Phone _________________________ Cellular Phone _________________________ Work Phone ________________________

Evite las Tentaciones y los Desencadenantes

Employed at _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Permanezca alejado de los lugares que lo unan con el cigarrillo e intente evitar las conductas que puedan tentarlo a fumar, como beber café. No beba alcohol, un desencadenante importante de las ganas de fumar que puede poner en riesgo su compromiso de dejar de fumar.Y manténgase alejado de personas que no le brindan apoyo y que pueden sabotear sus esfuerzos por dejar de fumar.

Has your child used this benefit in the past? YES

Child’s Last Name ____________________________ First Name __________________________ Date of Birth __________________ NO

If yes, which camp did your child attend? __________________________

Member E-mail Address _________________________________________________________________________________________ Member Information: National Benefit Fund (NBF)

Greater New York Child Care Fund

NBF Rochester-Area Members

Complete this form in its entirety and return it before January 31, 2013. Mail it to: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program, P.O. Box 955, New York, NY 10108-0955. You may also fax this form to the attention of the Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program at (646) 473-8311. A separate coupon must be submitted for each individual child.

Combata las Ansias Dejar de fumar es difícil; por lo tanto, no se avergüence de pedir ayudar. Pídale consejos a su médico. Llame a su familia y amigos si siente que su compromiso se debilita. Y recuerde que el Fondo de Beneficios está aquí para ayudarle. Llame a un Entrenador de Salud de 1199SEIU (866-935-1199), con el que podrá crear un plan y lo ayudará a seguirlo.También puede recibir un sustituto gratuito de la nicotina si lo necesita.

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Si siente que está por encender un cigarrillo, adopte la regla de postergarlo al menos 10 minutos. Muchas veces este truco le ayudará a postergar las ansias fuertes de fumar. Respire profundo e imagínese cómo los pulmones se llenan de aire fresco y limpio.

Recuerde los beneficios que obtendrá al ser un antiguo fumador y esas ansias de fumar se debilitarán con el tiempo.

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY NBF______ NBF ROCHESTER ______ GNY______ Eligibility: YES ____ NO ____ If no, reason: _______________________ Eligibility Verification Date: _____________________________________ Date Received

Verified by: _________________________________________________

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Membership Advantages

Planning to Attend College in Academic Year 2013 – 2014

Request the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Application The Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program offers scholarships to children of eligible 1199SEIU members who are attending accredited undergraduate programs. Eligible members are those whose employers contribute to the National Benefit Fund or the Greater New York Child Care Fund. Members must have been eligible for Wage Class I benefits for at least one year. Candidates must be high school graduates, post-secondary school students, or previous awardees enrolled full time for a minimum of 12 credits each semester. All candidates must be younger than 23 years of age by the start of the Fall 2013 semester. Previous awardees seeking scholarship support should note that automatic award renewals are not granted; you must reapply each year for consideration.

To request an application to the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, fill out the coupon below and return it before January 31, 2013. You may download additional coupons by visiting our website at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ccf during the application request period. Please note that this coupon is valid for the 2013-2014 award year only.

The coupon is an application request form; it is not an actual application.

Please fax your completed coupon to (646) 473-6949 or mail it to the following address: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, 330 West 42nd Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10036-6977.

Once you submit your coupon as instructed, if eligible, you will be sent a Scholarship Application Kit in March.

The kit includes several forms that must be completed and returned per the specific instructions and dates indicated, in order for your application to be valid. If you have already sent in a coupon, do not send in another.

If both parents are 1199SEIU employees, send one coupon only.

Scholarship award amounts vary according to need, with a minimum annual award of $750. While Joseph Tauber Scholarships can support eligible students in any field of study, the 1199SEIU Next Generation RN Scholarship program provides financial and academic assistance to children of 1199SEIU members in the clinical phase of a nursing program. To find out if your child qualifies, or if you have any questions, please call (646) 473-8999.

JOSEPH TAUBER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM REQUEST FOR 2013-2014 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION KIT

Concédase un Capricho Lo que está haciendo no es fácil así que piense en algo divertido para hacer como recompensa.

También puede colocar el dinero que hubiera gastado en cigarrillos en un frasco y comprarse algo solo para usted.

¡Las Personas que Dejan de Fumar Siempre Salen Ganando!

Realice esta breve prueba y descubra más sobre lo que ganará si deja de fumar.

1. Cada cigarrillo que fuma puede acortarle la vida:

Recuerde Por Qué lo Está Dejando Haga una lista de todas las razones importantes por las que decidió dejar de fumar y colóquela en un lugar donde la vea a menudo. Incluya fotos de amigos y familiares, para recordarle que está dejando de fumar para ganar más tiempo con sus seres queridos que se preocupan y dependen de usted.

Fuentes:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad de Nueva York, Sociedad Americana del Cáncer, Asociación Americana del Corazón, British Medical Journal

A. 1 minuto C. 8 minutos Respuesta: D.

Cada vez que elige no fumar, piense en los minutos, días y años que le añade a su vida.

2. Después de dejar de fumar, los sentidos del olfato y el gusto comenzarán a mejorar en: A. Dos días C. Dos meses Respuesta: A.

B. Dos semanas D. Dos años Después de solo dos días, los alimentos tendrán un mejor sabor y el aire tendrá un olor más dulce, incluso en Nueva York.

3. A las dos o tres semanas de dejar de fumar, puede esperar: A. B. C. D.

Una mejor circulación sanguínea Un mejor funcionamiento de los pulmones Menor riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco Todo lo anterior

Respuesta: D.

Student Information (please print clearly) Student Name __________________________________________________________________________________

B. 4 minutos D. 11 minutos

Todo lo anterior: En menos de un mes, estará embarcado hacia una mejor salud.

Date of Birth ___________________ E-mail Address __________________________________________________

4. Después de no fumar durante un año, el riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco se reduce:

Date graduated from, or expected to graduate from high school _____________ College Entrance Date _____________

A. 10%

B. 25%

Respuesta: D.

Correcto. Puede reducir a la mitad el riesgo de sufrir un ataque cardíaco en solo un año. Después de cinco años, también se reduce a la mitad el riesgo de sufrir cáncer de boca, garganta, esófago y vejiga.

First Name

First-time Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program applicant?

Last Name

Yes

No

Member Information (please print clearly) Member Name _________________________________________________________________________________ First Name

Last Name

C. 40%

D. 50%

Member ID No. _________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone ___________________________________ Cellular Phone ____________________________________

5. Si usted fumara un paquete por día, dejar de fumar durante diez años podría ahorrarle:

Address _____________________________________________ City _______________ State ____ Zip __________ E-mail Address _________________________________________________________________________________

A. $10,000

B. $20,000

National Benefit Fund (NBF) Greater New York Child Care Fund NBF Rochester-Area Members LPN Welfare Fund

Respuesta: D.

En función del precio promedio de los cigarrillos, podría ahorrar más de $43,000. Eso es suficiente dinero como para comprar un auto nuevo.

This coupon must be received by the Scholarship department before January 31, 2013, in order for us to send you an official Scholarship Kit. If you have not received your Scholarship Kit by April 1, 2013, please call us so that we can assist you.

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C. $30,000

D. Más de $40,000

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Comience el Año Nuevo Correctamente – Programe sus Exámenes Preventivos hoy Mismo El comienzo de un año nuevo es una gran oportunidad para renovar su compromiso de llevar una vida saludable. Una de las maneras más fáciles de comenzar a proteger su salud es programar un chequeo anual y exámenes preventivos. Los chequeos y exámenes regulares les permiten a usted y a su médico estar al tanto de cualquier inquietud de salud que usted pueda tener, y el médico podrá realizar un mejor seguimiento de su salud de un año para el otro al ayudarle a permanecer lo más sano posible.Y si tiene un mayor riesgo de sufrir ciertas afecciones, como enfermedades cardíacas, diabetes o ciertos tipos de cáncer, una detección temprana puede marcar la diferencia en su respuesta al tratamiento.

Afortunadamente, los beneficios de 1199SEIU cubren estos exámenes recomendados sin costo para usted.

Recuerde que puede someterse a exámenes de detección de enfermedades crónicas como hipertensión, colesterol alto y diabetes visitando a su médico o asistiendo a una feria de salud de 1199SEIU. Esta lista de exámenes recomendados es solo un punto de partida. Hable con su médico sobre otros exámenes que podría necesitar, como: •

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Un análisis de orina para detectar alguna enfermedad renal crónica que, por lo general, no se detecta hasta que se encuentra en una etapa avanzada.

Un examen de VIH o examen de enfermedades transmitidas sexualmente (STD, por sus siglas en inglés).

Un examen y pruebas de diagnóstico de cáncer de piel.

Un examen para detectar depresión.

Fuentes:Academia Americana de Médicos de Familia, Sociedad Americana del Cáncer, Departmento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos.

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Here are some more ways you can boost your fruit and vegetable intake and put yourself on the path to better health: •

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Keep a big bowl of fresh, brightly colored fruit in your kitchen. If you’re more likely to see it, you’re more likely to eat it.

Puree, shred or grate veggies into meatloaf, stews, lasagna, casseroles and pasta sauces for a healthier spin on old favorites.

For a quick, nourishing snack, whip up a smoothie made with fresh fruit and non-fat or low-fat yogurt.

Try replacing the bread or tortilla in your sandwich with a healthy lettuce wrap. And instead of chips, have an apple or pear with your lunch.

Have a vegetarian meal at least once a week. It can be as simple as soup and a salad or a delicious stir-fry meal.

Replace potatoes, which are mostly starch, with vegetables that are packed with more nutrients and more slowly digested carbs. Or try sweet potatoes, which have more potassium and beta-carotene.

Don’t be afraid to try something again. Just because you didn’t like certain fruits or vegetables when you were younger doesn’t mean you won’t like them now.

Your taste buds change, and you may be pleasantly surprised if you give them another chance.

And remember, variety is as important as quantity. No single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients you need, so make sure you include an assortment in your diet.

For more tips on adding fruits and vegetables to your diet, visit www.choosemyplate.gov.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Harvard School of Public Health,WebMD, American Journal of Medicine, Social Indicators Research, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

How Much Is a Serving?

For most fresh or cooked vegetables and fruits, one cup is considered a serving. There are two main exceptions to that rule: For lettuce and other raw leafy greens, you need to eat two cups to get the equivalent of one cup of vegetables.

For dried fruit, you only need to eat 1⁄2 cup to get the equivalent of one cup of whole fruit.

Source: Harvard School of Public Health

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Healthy Eating

Servings a Day for a Healthier, Happier You Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help you prevent disease, improve your immune system and boost your mental well-being. Here’s how you can get to seven-a-day.

“Eat your fruits and vegetables.” We’ve all heard that since we were children. But did you know just how far that advice can go toward keeping you healthy? Because they’re high in fiber and low in calories, fruits and vegetables can help you control your weight. They can also help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure and prevent some types of cancer.

Fruits and vegetables are also loaded with antioxidants: the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that repair and protect your body’s cells from damage and help keep your immune system strong. In one study, women with the highest levels of antioxidants – from eating seven servings of fruits and vegetables per day – had a 20 percent lower chance of heart attack than those with the lowest levels. Researchers in another study found that people who ate seven daily fruit and vegetable servings reported the highest levels of mental wellbeing and happiness.

So if you’re looking to get physically and mentally fit, start by eating those seven servings of fruits and vegetables each day. It’s not as hard as you might

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think. If you’re making an omelet for breakfast, try replacing one of the eggs or half of the cheese with some spinach, onions or mushrooms.The vegetables will add volume and flavor with fewer calories. Or cut back on the amount of cereal in your bowl to make room for some cut-up bananas, peaches or strawberries.

To lighten up your lunch, use lettuce, tomatoes or cucumbers instead of cheese in your sandwich or add a cup of chopped carrots in place of some noodles in your favorite soup.When it’s time for dinner, try replacing one cup of rice or pasta with a cup of steamed broccoli, green beans or squash.

And for dessert, try a small bowl of frozen grapes for a refreshing treat.

Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo y Logre que el 2013 Sea su Año más Saludable

Todos los años, hacemos resoluciones de Año Nuevo con las mejores intenciones, pero esos compromisos, desde comer mejor o hacer más ejercicio hasta reducir el estrés, pueden ser difíciles de cumplir. Pero su Fondo de Beneficios está aquí para ayudarle. Asista al taller “Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo” de nuestro Departamento de Bienestar, el sábado 26 de enero, de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m., en 330 West 42nd Street, piso 33, en Manhattan.

El taller le ofrecerá las herramientas y estrategias que le ayudarán a mantener su compromiso para vivir una vida más saludable. Un seminario de nutrición le mostrará cómo mejorar los hábitos de alimentación y una sesión de control de estrés le brindará consejos prácticos para controlar mejor los niveles de estrés en el hogar y en el trabajo. Para finalizar la jornada, el instructor de acondicionamiento físico del Fondo, Foluke Arthurton, mostrará ejercicios para todo el cuerpo y para todas las edades y niveles de acondicionamiento físico así que asegúrese de venir con la familia y con ropa cómoda.

Acérquese a este taller informativo para aprender cómo puede hacer cambios saludables que durarán no solo un año, sino toda la vida. Además, todos los participantes recibirán una copia del DVD Ejercicios Totales para el Cuerpo con la Banda de Resistencia de 1199SEIU y una banda.

Entonces marque su calendario y nos vemos ahí.

Qué:

Taller “Cumpla con su Resolución de Año Nuevo”

Cuándo: Sábado, 26 de enero de 2013 de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m.

Dónde: 330 West 42nd Street, Piso 33 Para reservar su lugar, llame al (646) 473-8960, opción 2, luego opción 1.

El estacionamiento validado de $10 estará disponible al frente en Impark, y se ofrecerá cuidado infantil para los niños de 3 años y mayores.

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Acondicionamiento Físico Saludable

Upper-back stretch: Standing in a relaxed position with your arms extended in front of you, pull your arms and shoulder blades back, bending arms slightly at the elbows. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat.

Shoulder stretch: Bring your left arm across your body and hold it with your right arm, either above or below the elbow. Hold for 30 seconds. Switch arms and repeat.

Neck stretch: Bend your head forward and slightly to the right.With your right hand, gently pull your head downward.You should feel an easy stretch along the back left side of your neck. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the opposite side.

Evite las Lesiones con un Entrenamiento con Pesas La atención de la salud es el segmento de mayor crecimiento de la economía en los Estados Unidos ya que da trabajo a más de 18 millones de personas, pero de acuerdo con los Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), la cantidad de lesiones y enfermedades relacionadas con el trabajo entre los trabajadores de la salud supera a aquellas en la mayoría de las otras áreas, incluida la fabricación y la construcción. La mejor manera de evitar lesiones es aumentar la musculatura mediante entrenamiento de fuerza. La buena noticia es que no es necesario ir a un gimnasio o comprar pesas costosas.

Algunos movimientos básicos de estiramiento y fortalecimiento pueden marcar una gran diferencia al mejorar el equilibrio, reducir la grasa corporal y aumentar la musculatura e incluso pueden estimular su metabolismo para ayudarle a mantener un peso saludable. Naturalmente, debe consultar a su médico de atención primaria antes de comenzar con una rutina de ejercicios.

Estiramiento Para evitar lesiones, estire suavemente hasta sentir la resistencia y luego mantenga esa posición durante 30 segundos. No rebote ni intente extenderse más si no se siente cómodo. El estiramiento no debe ser doloroso.

Estiramiento de pantorrillas: párese a una distancia de un brazo de la pared. Lleve el pie derecho un paso atrás y luego doble lentamente la pierna izquierda hacia adelante manteniendo la rodilla derecha estirada y el talón derecho en el piso.

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Mantenga la posición durante 30 segundos y mantenga la espalda derecha. Cambie de piernas y repita.

Estiramiento de la pierna al pecho (para los músculos de la parte inferior de la espalda): recuéstese sobre la espalda en una colchoneta o cualquier superficie firme con las piernas estiradas. Con cuidado lleve una rodilla hacia el pecho hasta sentir que se estira la parte inferior de la espalda. Mantenga durante 30 segundos y relaje la pierna opuesta con la rodilla doblada o la pierna extendida. Cambie de piernas y repita.

The best way to avoid injury is by building muscle through strength training.

The good news is you don’t have to join a gym or buy expensive weights.

Strengthening The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says strengthening exercises are safe and effective for people of all ages, including those who are not in perfect health. And strength training, especially when combined with regular aerobic exercise, is a great way to give your mental health a lift as well.

Wall push-ups: Standing at a little more than arm’s length from a wall, lean your body forward and place your palms flat against the wall at about shoulder height and shoulder-width apart. Bend your elbows as you lower your upper body toward the wall in a slow, controlled motion.

Then slowly push yourself back until your arms are nearly straight (don’t lock your elbows). Start with just one to three wall push-ups and then add more as you feel comfortable.

Biceps curls: Holding a plastic bottle of water (12-16 ounces) in each hand at your side, sit in a sturdy, armless chair or stand with your back straight and slowly lift the bottles by bending your arms at the elbow and raising your hands toward your shoulders. Pause for a second, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.

Again, start with sets of one to three curls before adding more repetitions to your routine.

Toe raises: Using a countertop or a chair for balance, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and slowly push up onto your toes, hold for two to four seconds, and slowly lower your heels back to the floor. Repeat three to five times at first, and add more as your calf muscles get stronger.

Knee extensions: Sitting back in a chair with your feet just touching the ground (if chair is too low, put a rolledup towel under your knees), rest arms at your sides or on your thighs.With your toes pointing forward, slowly lift your right leg and extend it until straight. Pause for a second or two, then slowly lower your foot back to the floor. Repeat three to five times with each leg, adding more as you feel ready.

Knee curls: Standing behind a sturdy chair or holding a countertop for balance, slowly bend your right leg, bringing your heel up toward your buttocks, and pause for a second or two.Then slowly lower your foot back to the floor. Do three to five repetitions with each leg.

Sources: U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention;WebMD; Mayo Clinic

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Healthy Fitness

Estiramiento de la parte superior de la espalda: párese en una posición relajada con los brazos extendidos hacia adelante, lleve los brazos y los omóplatos hacia atrás y doble levemente los brazos en los codos. Mantenga durante 30 segundos y repita.

Estiramiento de hombros: cruce el brazo izquierdo por adelante del cuerpo y sosténgalo con el brazo derecho, por encima o por debajo del codo. Mantenga durante 30 segundos. Cambie de brazo y repita.

Estiramiento del cuello: tire la cabeza hacia adelante y levemente hacia la derecha. Con la mano derecha, empuje levemente la cabeza hacia abajo. Debería sentir un estiramiento suave del lado izquierdo posterior del cuello.

Mantenga durante 30 segundos. Repita del lado opuesto.

Prevent Injuries with Weight Training Healthcare is the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. economy, employing over 18 million workers, but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of work-related injuries and illnesses among healthcare workers tops those found in most other fields, including manufacturing and construction.The best way to avoid injury is by building muscle through strength training.The good news is you don’t have to join a gym or buy expensive weights. A few basic stretching and strengthening moves can make a big difference in improving your balance, reducing your body fat and building muscle – and it can even boost your metabolism to help you maintain a healthy weight. Of course, you should check with your primary care doctor before beginning any exercise routine.

Stretching To avoid injury, stretch gently until you feel resistance, then hold that position for up to 30 seconds. Don’t bounce up and down or try to extend yourself any more than is comfortable – stretching should not be painful!

Calf stretch: Standing at arm’s length from a wall, place your right foot one step back, then slowly bend your left leg forward, keeping your

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right knee straight and your right heel on the floor. Hold for 30 seconds, keeping your back straight. Switch legs and repeat.

Knee-to-chest stretch (for lower-back muscles): Lying on your back on a mat or any firm surface with your legs straight out in front of you, gently pull one knee to your chest until you feel a stretch in your lower back. Hold for 30 seconds, keeping the opposite leg relaxed, either with your knee bent or leg extended. Switch legs and repeat.

La mejor manera de evitar lesiones es aumentar la musculatura mediante entrenamiento de fuerza.

La buena noticia es que no es necesario ir a un gimnasio o comprar pesas costosas

Fortalecimiento Según Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), los ejercicios de fortalecimiento son seguros y efectivos para las personas de todas las edades, incluidas aquellas personas que no están en perfecto estado de salud. Además, el entrenamiento de fuerza, en especial cuando se combina con ejercicios aeróbicos regulares, es una excelente manera de levantar la salud mental.

Flexiones de pecho contra la pared: párese a un poco más de un brazo de distancia de la pared, incline el cuerpo hacia adelante y coloque las palmas contra la pared a la altura de los hombros y separadas al ancho de hombros. Doble los codos mientras baja la parte superior del cuerpo hacia la pared en un movimiento lento y controlado. Luego lentamente empuje con los brazos hasta que queden casi derechos (no trabe los codos). Empiece con series de solo una a tres flexiones y luego añada más a medida que se sienta cómodo.

Flexiones de bíceps: sostenga una botella de agua de plástico (12-16 onzas) en cada mano a los costados del cuerpo. Siéntese en una silla resistente y sin brazos o párese con la espalda derecha y lentamente levante las botellas doblando los codos y llevando las manos hacia los hombros.

Deténgase por un segundo y luego extienda los brazos hasta la posición inicial. Comience con series de una a tres flexiones antes de añadir más repeticiones a su rutina.

Levantamiento con los dedos de los pies: use una superficie o silla para hacer equilibrio, párese con los pies separados al ancho de hombros y lentamente levántese con los dedos de los pies. Mantenga la posición de dos a cuatro segundos y lentamente baje los talones de nuevo al piso.

Repita de tres a cinco veces al principio y luego añada más a medida que los músculos de la pantorrilla se fortalezcan.

Extensiónes de rodilla: siéntese en una silla con los pies tocando el suelo (si la silla es muy baja, coloque una toalla enrollada debajo de las rodillas) y coloque los brazos a los costados o sobre los muslos. Con los dedos de los pies apuntando hacia adelante, levante lentamente la pierna derecha y extiéndala hasta que quede derecha. Mantenga la posición durante uno o dos segundos y luego baje lentamente el pie de nuevo al piso. Repítalo entre tres y cinco veces con cada pierna y añada más a medida que se sienta preparado.

Flexiónar de rodilla: párese detrás de una silla resistente o apóyese sobre una superficie para mantener el equilibrio. Doble lentamente la pierna derecha y lleve el talón a la cola y mantenga durante uno o dos segundos. Luego lentamente baje el pie al piso. Haga entre tres y cinco repeticiones con cada pierna.

Fuentes: Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE. UU., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades),WebMD, Mayo Clinic

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Comer Saludable

Porciones por Día para más Felicidad y Salud Comer muchas frutas y verduras puede ayudar a prevenir enfermedades, mejorar el sistema inmunológico y estimular el bienestar mental.

A continuación, le contamos cómo llegar a siete porciones por día.

"Consuma más frutas y verduras".Todos hemos escuchado eso desde nuestra niñez. Pero, ¿acaso sabe lo útil que es ese consejo para mantenerse sano? Debido a que son ricas en fibras y bajas en calorías, las frutas y verduras pueden ayudarlo a controlar el peso. También pueden ayudarlo a protegerse contra enfermedades cardíacas y derrames cerebrales, a controlar la presión arterial y a prevenir algunos tipos de cáncer.

Las frutas y verduras además tienen muchos antioxidantes: las vitaminas, minerales y otros nutrientes que protegen y reparan las células del cuerpo del daño y ayudan a mantener un sistema inmunológico fuerte. En un estudio, las mujeres con los niveles más altos de antioxidantes, por consumir siete porciones de frutas y verduras por día, tenían un 20% menos de posibilidades de sufrir un ataque cardíaco que aquellas mujeres con los niveles más bajos. En otro estudio, los investigadores descubrieron que las personas que consumían siete porciones diarias de frutas y verduras tenían los niveles más altos de bienestar mental y felicidad.

Entonces, si desea lograr un buen estado mental y físico, comience a consumir esas siete porciones de frutas y verduras todos los días. No es tan difícil

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como piensa. Si prepara una tortilla para el desayuno, intente reemplazar uno de los huevos o mitad del queso por espinaca, cebolla u hongos. Las verduras añadirán volumen y sabor con menos calorías.

O bien, reduzca la cantidad de cereal en su tazón para dejarle lugar a algunas bananas, duraznos o frutillas cortados.

Para hacer más liviano el almuerzo, utilice lechuga, tomates o pepinos en lugar de queso en su sándwich o añada una taza de zanahorias picadas en lugar de fideos en su sopa favorita. En la cena, intente reemplazar una taza de arroz o pasta por una taza de habichuelas verdes, calabaza o brócoli cocido al vapor. Para el postre, pruebe con un tazón pequeño de uvas congeladas para darse un gusto refrescante.

Keep Your New Year’s Resolution and Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet!

Every year, we make our New Year’s resolutions with the best of intentions, but those commitments – from eating better or exercising more to reducing stress – can be hard to stick to. But your Benefit Fund is here to help. Join us at our Wellness Department’s “Keep Your New Year’s Resolution” workshop, on Saturday, January 26, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at 330 West 42nd Street, 33rd floor, in Manhattan.

The workshop will provide you with tools and strategies to help you keep your commitment to living a healthier life. A nutrition seminar will show you how to improve your eating habits, and a stress management session will give you practical advice to better control your stress levels at home and at work. To end the day, the Fund’s fitness instructor will lead an energizing total-body workout good for all ages and fitness levels, so be sure to bring your family – and wear comfortable clothing!

Join us at this informative workshop to learn how you can make healthy changes that will last a lifetime. Plus, all participants will receive an 1199SEIU Resistance Band TotalBody Workout DVD and band. So mark your calendar, and we’ll see you there!

What:

“Keep Your New Year’s Resolution” workshop

When:

Saturday, January 26, 2013 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Where: 330 West 42nd Street, 33rd Floor To reserve your spot, please call (646) 473-8960, option 2, option 1.

Validated parking for $10 will be available across the street at Impark, and child care will be offered for children ages 3 and above.

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Start the New Year Off Right – Schedule Your Preventive Screenings Today The start of a new year is a great opportunity to renew your commitment to healthy living. One of the easiest ways to start protecting your health is by scheduling your annual checkup and preventive screenings. Regular checkups and screenings allow you and your doctor to stay on top of any health concerns you may have and your doctor will be better able to track your health from year to year, helping you stay as healthy as possible. And if you’re at a higher risk for certain conditions – like heart disease, diabetes or certain cancers – early detection can make all the difference in your response to treatment. Fortunately, your 1199SEIU benefits cover these recommended screenings at no cost to you.

Remember, you can be screened for chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes by visiting your doctor or by attending an 1199SEIU health fair.This list of recommended screenings is just a starting point.Talk to your doctor about any other tests you may need, including: •

a urinalysis to check for chronic kidney disease, which often goes undetected until it has become advanced;

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HIV and/or STD screening;

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skin cancer screening and diagnostic tests; and

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screening for depression.

Sources: American Academy of Family Physicians, American Cancer Society, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Estas son algunas maneras de aumentar su consumo de frutas y verduras y colocarlo en el camino hacia una mejor salud.

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Coloque en su cocina un bol grande de frutas frescas y coloridas. Es muy probable que si las ve, le den más ganas de consumirlas.

Licúe, corte o ralle verduras e incorpórelas en el pastel de carne, estofado, lasaña, guiso y salsa para pasta para darle un giro más sano a sus platos favoritos.

Para un refrigerio rápido y nutritivo, prepare un smoothie con frutas frescas y yogur descremado o con bajo contenido de grasa.

Intente reemplazar el pan o la tortilla en un sándwich por una envoltura sana de lechuga. En lugar de papas fritas, agregue una manzana o una pera a su almuerzo.

Consuma una comida vegetariana al menos una vez a la semana. Puede ser algo tan simple como una sopa o una ensalada o un delicioso salteado.

Sustituya las papas, que contienen mayormente almidón, por verduras que tengan más nutrientes y más carbohidratos que se digieren lentamente. O bien, pruebe los camotes que tienen más potasio y betacaroteno.

No tema probar algo de nuevo. Solo porque no le gusta ban ciertas frutas o verduras cuando era más joven no significa

que no le gusten ahora. Las papilas gustativas cambian y es posible que se sorprenda si les da otra oportunidad.

Recuerde, la variedad es tan importante como la cantidad. No hay una sola fruta o verdura que proporcione todos los nutrientes que necesita; por lo tanto, asegúrese de incluir variedad en su dieta. Para obtener más consejos sobre cómo agregar frutas y verduras a su dieta, visite www.choosemyplate.gov.

Fuentes: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades), Departamento de Agricultura de los EE. UU., Harvard School of Public Health (Facultad de Salud Pública de Harvard),WebMD, American Journal of Medicine, Social Indicators Research, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academia de Nutrición y Dietética)

¿Qué Cantidad Incluye una Porción?

Para la mayoría de las frutas y verduras cocidas o frescas, una taza es considerada una porción. Existen dos excepciones principales a esta regla: En el caso de la lechuga y otras verduras de hojas verdes crudas, usted debe comer dos tazas para obtener el equivalente de una taza de verduras. En el caso de las frutas secas, solo necesita comer media taza para recibir el equivalente de una taza de frutas enteras.

Fuente: Harvard School of Public Health (Facultad de Salud Pública de Harvard)

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Ventajas de la Membresía

¿Planea Asistir a la Universidad en el Año Académico 2013 - 2014?

Pida la Solicitud para la Beca Joseph Tauber El Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber está disponible para hijos de miembros elegibles de 1199SEIU que asisten a programas universitarios de pregrado acreditados. Los miembros elegibles son aquellos cuyos empleadores contribuyen al Fondo Nacional de Beneficios o al Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York. Los miembros deben haber sido elegibles para los beneficios de la clase de salario I durante al menos un año. Los candidatos deben ser graduados de la escuela secundaria, estudiantes post secundario o becados anteriores que se inscribieron tiempo completo para un mínimo de 12 créditos en cada semestre. Todos los candidatos deben ser menores de 23 años de edad al inicio del semestre de otoño de 2013. Los beneficiarios anteriores que quieran una beca deben tener en cuenta que no se otorgan renovaciones automáticas de becas; deben volver a solicitar la beca cada año para ser considerados.

Para pedir una solicitud para el Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber, complete el cupón que aparece a continuación y envíelo antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Para descargar cupones adicionales, visite nuestro sitio web en www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ccf durante el período de petición de solicitud. Recuerde que este cupón es válido solo para el año de la beca 2013-2014.

Este cupón es un formulario de petición de solicitud; no es una solicitud real.

Envíe por fax su cupón completo a (646) 473-6949 o envíelo por correo a la siguiente dirección: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Joseph Tauber Scholarship Program, 330 West 42nd Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10036-6977. Una vez que envía el cupón según las instrucciones, si es elegible, recibirá un Paquete de Solicitud de Beca en marzo. El paquete incluye varios formularios que debe completar y enviar según las instrucciones específicas y fechas indicadas para que su solicitud sea válida. Si ya envió un cupón, no envíe otro. Si ambos padres son empleados de 1199SEIU, envíe sólo un cupón.

Los montos de las becas varían de acuerdo con la necesidad, con una beca anual mínima de $750. Aunque las Becas Joseph Tauber pueden brindar apoyo a estudiantes elegibles en cualquier campo de estudios, el programa de Becas para la Próxima Generación de Enfermeras Registradas de 1199SEIU ofrece ayuda financiera y académica a los hijos de los miembros de 1199SEIU que son estudiantes en la fase clínica de un programa de enfermería. Para averiguar si su hijo califica o, si tiene alguna pregunta, llame al (646) 473-8999.

PROGRAMA DE BECAS JOSEPH TAUBER PETICIÓN DE PAQUETE DE SOLICITUD DE BECA 2013-2014

Treat Yourself

Quitters Always Win!

What you’re doing isn’t easy, so plan something fun to do as a reward.You can also put the money you would have spent on tobacco in a jar and buy something special just for you.

Take this brief quiz and find out more about what you have to gain from quitting.

1. Each cigarette you smoke can shorten your life by:

Remember Why You Are Quitting Make a list of all the important reasons you decided to quit and post it where you’ll see it often. Include photos of family and friends to remind yourself that you are giving up cigarettes to gain more time with those you love and who care about and depend on you.

Sources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, NYC Department of Health, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, British Medical Journal

A. 1 minute C. 8 minutes

B. 4 minutes D. 11 minutes

Answer: D. Every time you choose not to smoke, think about the minutes, days and years you’re adding to your life.

2. After you quit smoking, your sense of smell and taste will start improving in: A. Two days C. Two months

B. Two weeks D. Two years

Answer: A. After just two days, food will taste better and the air will smell sweeter – even in New York!

3. Two to three weeks after quitting, you can expect: A. B. C. D.

Your blood circulation to get better Your lung function to improve Your risk of heart attack to drop All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above. In less than a month, you’ll be on your way to better health.

Información del Estudiante (En letra de imprenta legible) Nombre del estudiante ____________________________________________________________________________ Nombre

Apellido

4. After being smoke-free for a year, your risk of a heart attack drops:

Fecha de nacimiento ___________________ Dirección de correo electrónico __________________________________ Fecha en que se graduó o espera graduarse de la escuela secundaria ________ Fecha de ingreso a la universidad ________ ?Es la primera vez que presenta una solicitud en el Programa de Becas Joseph Tauber?

Información del Miembro (En letra de imprenta legible)

Sí

No

Nombre del miembro _____________________________________________________________________________ Nombre

Apellido

N.o de identificación del miembro ____________________________________________________________________ Teléfono particular _________________________________ Teléfono celular _________________________________ Dirección ______________________________________ Ciudad _____________ Estado ___ Código postal ________ Dirección de correo electrónico ______________________________________________________________________ Fondo Nacional de Beneficios (NBF) Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York Miembros del NBF del área de Rochester Fondo de Bienestar LPN El Departamento de Becas debe recibir este cupón antes del 31 de enero de 2013, ipara poder enviarle un paquete oficial de la beca.

Si no recibe su paquete de la beca antes del 1 de abril de 2013, llámenos para que podamos ayudarlo.

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A. 10%

B. 25%

C. 40%

D. 50%

Answer: D. That’s right.You can cut your risk of a heart attack in half in just one year. And after five years, your risk of mouth, throat, esophageal and bladder cancers are also cut in half.

5. If you were a pack-a-day smoker, staying smokefree for ten years could save you: A. $10,000

B. $20,000

C. $30,000

D. $40,000+

Answer: D. Based on the average price of cigarettes, you’d save just over $43,000. That’s enough money to buy a brandnew car!

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Healthy Living

Kick Butts for Good!

Make 2013 the year you stop smoking - forever Quitting smoking can be one of the hardest things you’ll ever do, but you can do it. Every day that you decide not to smoke is a small victory, and over time, those victories will add up to a huge win for your heart and lungs. For added incentive, remember this: nonsmokers, on average, live 14 years longer than smokers, according to the American Heart Association.

To have the best chance of quitting - and staying smoke-free - you need to know what you’re up against, what your options are and where to go for help. Planning your strategy ahead of time will greatly increase your chances of kicking the habit for good.

Here are a few tips to help you along the way:

Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore de 2013 para

Niños de 9 a 15 Años de Edad

Set a Date to Quit

Cada año, el Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore envía a más de 800 hijos de los miembros de 1199SEIU a campamentos de estadía de tres y cuatro semanas en el noreste, a un costo mínimo para sus padres.

Setting a date gives you a goal to work toward, which is very helpful for some people. Be realistic when setting your date and avoid times that may make it more challenging to quit, such as around the holidays or during a stressful time at work.

Para solicitar un lugar en el campamento de estadía, solo complete el cupón anterior y envíelo a 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Si su hijo es elegible, el personal de nuestro programa se comunicará con usted para programar una cita para que asista a la orientación obligatoria con el fin de seleccionar el campamento que mejor se ajuste a las necesidades y a los intereses de su hijo. Usted debe abonar una cuota de solicitud no reembolsable de $10, que debe pagar en la orientación.

Take Care of Yourself Drink lots of water, eat well and get enough rest.This can help you stay healthy and avoid added stress.

Póngase en contacto con el Programa de Campamento Anne Shore llamando al (646) 473-8310 o escribiendo a anneshorecampprogram@1199funds.org para obtener más información.

El programa de verano es un campamento de estadía de tres a cuatro semanas. Esta solicitud NO ES para un campamento diurno.

CUPÓN DE ELEGIBILIDAD PARA 2013 DEL PROGRAMA DE CAMPAMENTO DE ESTADÍA ANNE SHORE Find a Cigarette Substitute

Por favor escriba claramente con letra de imprenta y con tinta.

Every time you feel the urge to smoke, instead of a cigarette reach for sugarless gum, sugar-free hard candy or raw vegetables, like carrot sticks or celery.

If you miss the feeling of having a cigarette in your hand, hold something else - a pencil, a paper clip or a coin, for example.

Apellido del miembro __________________________ Nombre_______________________ N.o de identificación del miembro __________

Avoid Temptation and Triggers

Apellido del niño ____________________________ Nombre __________________________ Fecha de nacimiento _______________

Stay away from the places you link with smoking and try to avoid the behaviors that tempt you to smoke, like drinking coffee. Don’t drink alcohol, a powerful smoking trigger that can chip away at your commitment to quit. And steer clear of unsupportive people who may try to sabotage your efforts to quit.

Build Your Support Network

Dirección ____________________________________________________________________________ Depto. N.o________________ Ciudad _______________________________________________________ Estado_________ Código postal_____________________ Teléfono particular ______________________ Teléfono celular _____________________ Teléfono del trabajo _____________________ Empleado en _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ?Su hijo usó este beneficio en el pasado? YES NO Si la respuesta es afirmativa, ?a qué campamento asistió? ____________________ Dirección de correo electrónico del miembro __________________________________________________________________________ Información del miembro: Fondo Nacional de Beneficios (NBF) Fondo de Cuidado Infantil del Gran Nueva York Miembros del NBF del área de Rochester Llene este formulario completamente y devuélvalo antes del 31 de enero de 2013. Envíelo por correo a: 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation, Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program, P.O. Box 955, New York, NY 10108-0955. También puede enviar el formulario por fax al Programa de Campamento de Estadía Anne Shore al (646) 473-8311. Se debe enviar un cupón por separado para cada niño.

Fight the Cravings Giving up smoking is hard, so don't be shy about asking for help. Ask your doctor for advice. Call on family and friends if you feel your commitment weakening. And remember, your Benefit Fund is here to help. Call an 1199SEIU Health Coach (866) 935-1199 - who will work with you to create a plan and stick to it. You can also receive a free nicotine replacement if needed.

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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY If you feel you are about to light up, make it a rule to hold off at least 10 minutes. Often this trick helps you move beyond the strong urge to smoke.

Take long, deep breaths and picture your lungs filling with fresh, clean air. Remind yourself of the benefits you'll gain as an ex-smoker and remember that the urge to smoke will get weaker over time.

NBF______ NBF ROCHESTER ______ GNY______ Eligibility: YES ____ NO ____ If no, reason: _______________________ Eligibility Verification Date: _____________________________________ Date Received

Verified by: _________________________________________________

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¡Weight Watchers y Jenny Craig para los Miembros de 1199!

Si usted necesita bajar esas libras de más. ¿por qué no prueba un plan que ha demostrado que funciona? En un estudio realizado por U.S. News & World Report el programa Weight Watchers y Jenny Craig aparecen como los mejores planes de dieta comerciales. A primera vista, las comidas preempaquetadas de Jenny Craig pueden parecer un poco costosas, pero el dinero que usted ahorra en la tienda de comestibles debiera ayudar a compensar su inversión. Y los miembros de 1199 pueden aprovechar que cuentan con un descuento especial en cualquiera de los programas.

Jenny Craig El enfoque:

“Most times when I'm going out for a walk, another member will come with me. It feels really good to know I'm now an advocate for better health.”

Las comidas saludables preempaquetadas y las recetas le ayudan a limitar las calorías, las grasas y porciones, de manera que usted aprende cuánta cantidad debería de comer y cómo debe ser una comida equilibrada.

Usted obtendrá: Una comida y un plan de ejercicios creado especialmente para usted además de sesiones de consejería individual con un consultor de Jenny Craig.

Weight Watchers El enfoque:

Buena nutrición, hábitos saludables y ejercicio que se ajustan a su estilo de vida (¡y ninguna comida está prohibida!)

Usted obtendrá: Incentivo y apoyo en reuniones de grupo además de recursos fáciles de usar, incluidas recetas y amplias lis tas de valores de comidas Cómo inscribirse: Por sólo $39.95 al mes (un ahorro de $3 de la tarifa regular de $42.95), inscríbase en el Programa de pase mensual, que le permite asistir a un número ilimitado de reuniones y acceso a las herramientas por Internet. Sólo tiene que visitar https://wellness.weightwatchers.com.

Nuestro número de identificación de la compañía es 60900, y la contraseña de la compañía es WW60900.

Si necesita ayuda, llame a la línea informativa de Weight Watchers al (866) 204-2885 y mencione el Programa Corporativo de 1199SEIU.

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Cómo inscribirse: Para obtener un Programa gratuito de 30 días y un descuento del 25 por ciento de una prima del programa (sin incluir el costo de las comidas), visite www.jennycraig.com/corporatechannel/ 1199SEIU.aspx, inscríbase para recibir el cupón de descuento, luego llévelo a un centro Jenny Craig cercano a usted (llame al 877-JENNY70) o haga referencia a este si desea inscribirse en la opción de Jenny At Home.* * Más el costo de las comidas. Más el costo del envío, si es aplicable. Se aplican restricciones.

Fuente: www.health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-overall-diets

“Pruebe un Poquito del Éxito” con esta Oferta Exclusiva por Internet Si desea probar las comidas de Jenny Craig antes de inscribirse, puede pedir el Paquete de Muestra de Pruebe un Poquito del Éxito por tan sólo $39.99.* Obtendrá tres días de desayunos, almuerzos, comidas y refrigerios, más 7 barras de vitaminas para cualquier momento. Visite https://www2.jennycraig.com/websamplekit/?org=1199SEIU para hacer su pedido (el envío es gratuito). Si decide inscribirse, su gasto de $39.99 será acreditado para su primera compra de comida.** * Esta oferta sólo está disponible en los Estados Unidos continentales. No puede ser combinada con ninguna otra oferta/descuento. ** Se requiere la inscripción en el programa. Sin valor en efectivo. Pueden aplicarse restricciones.

Do you have a healthy story to share?

We’re always looking for the opportunity to spotlight members who are protecting their health by losing weight, quitting smoking, bringing a chronic condition under control or just improving their lifestyle in general. If you have made positive changes in your health – or are just starting to – we want to hear from you! To share your story with your fellow members in an upcoming issue of For Your Benefit, please contact the Fund at Communications@1199Funds.org.

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Member Profile

Eliona Forde-Johnson Making Lasting Changes to Take Charge of Her Own Health As an 1199SEIU Wellness Champion, Eliona Forde-Johnson knows that encouraging her fellow members to eat well and exercise helps her in her own efforts to stay healthy. A little more than a year ago, Eliona realized she’d better stop ignoring the signals that something wasn’t right with her health. Suddenly she began to feel tired all the time. As a healthcare worker, she knew that her weight and her diet – high in sweets and sugary drinks – put her at increased risk for diabetes, so she tested her blood sugar.While the results didn’t surprise her – her level was extremely high – they did convince her to see her primary care doctor, who confirmed her fear: she had Type 2 diabetes.

As tough as that time was, though, it marked a turning point for the longtime Brooklyn resident, who has been a National Benefit Fund member and a receptionist at Manhattan’s Physician Group since 2003. “It’s taken some time to break old habits, but starting with my diet I’ve been able to make changes and I can see that those changes are working,” Eliona said. Eating well and exercising regularly - she now walks several times a week on her lunch break - have helped her lose 12 pounds and get her blood sugar level back to a more acceptable range.

But she knows there’s still work to do, and thanks to her Fund health benefits, she’s confident that she’ll keep making progress. Eliona’s health coverage allows her to work with an endocrinologist without any out-of-pocket costs, and many of the changes she’s made have come as a result of learning more about what is healthy - including what a healthy portion looks like - and what is not. She said a suggestion from her endocrinologist to keep a daily food log has made a big difference.

By writing down the times of day when she was craving a snack - and making sure she had a piece of fruit or low-fat yogurt on hand - she now finds it easy to track her daily calorie intake.

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She also switched from soda to water and has cut way down on processed foods and unhealthy snacks. “I had to get rid of the sweets altogether,” she said. A few minor adjustments in her daily routine, such as eliminating sugar in her coffee or tea and walking the ten blocks from the subway station to her office, have helped as well.

Not only has Eliona stepped up her fitness routine in the last several months, she’s also persuaded some of her co-workers to join her for a walk during their lunch break.What she didn’t know at the time she signed on as a Wellness Champion early in 2012, she added, was how nice it would be to see those around her making healthy changes, too. “Most times when I’m going out for a walk, another member will come with me,” she said. “It feels really good to know I’m now an advocate for better health.”

Nuestro Taller Prenatal Ayuda a Garantizar un Embarazo Saludable El 2 de marzo únase a otros futuros padres en nuestro siguiente Taller Prenatal del Departamento de Bienestar, donde recibirá información importante sobre cómo mantenerse saludable durante el embarazo y después de que nazca su hijo/a, la preparación para la fecha de parto y la labor de parto y el alumbramiento. Tanto si es su primer hijo como si es el tercero, también aprenderá cómo tener un embarazo saludable con menos complicaciones.

La clase incluirá todo, desde cómo mantenerse saludable durante el embarazo hasta información sobre la labor de parto y el alumbramiento, lo que se debe saber sobre el embarazo y el nuevo bebé y mucho más.¡Su pareja será bienvenida también!

Qué:

Taller Prenatal

Cuándo: Sábado, 2 de marzo de 2013 De 10:00 a.m. a 2:30 p.m.

Dónde: 330 West 42nd Street, Piso 33 Para reservar su lugar, llame al (646) 473-8960, opción 2, opción 2.

Ofrecido por Worksite Medical Services P.C.

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SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU NATIONAL BENEFIT FUND FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE EMPLOYEES This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, EIN: 13-1628401, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering life, health, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Plan expenses were $1,275,900,945. These expenses included $86,451,784 in administrative expenses, $1,183,155,683 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries, $339,511 in investment and advisor fees, and $5,955,967 in general expenses.

Except those with respect to the benefits specified under “Insurance Information” below, the plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

The plan has a contract with Amalgamated Life Insurance Company and Guardian Life Insurance of America to pay certain life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment claims incurred under the terms of the plan. The total premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011 were $661,241.

You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • insurance information, including sales commissions paid by insurance carriers; • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; • assets held for investment; • information regarding any common or collective trusts, pooled separate accounts, master trusts or 103-12 investment entities in which the plan participates; and • actuarial information regarding the funding of the plan.

Because it is a so-called “experience-rated” contract, the premium costs are affected by, among other things, the number and size of claims. Of the total insurance premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011, the premiums paid under such “experience-rated” contracts were $7,725,118 and the total of all benefit claims paid under the experience-rated contract during the plan year was $7,522,124.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

Basic Financial Statement

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of the 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

Insurance Information

The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $279,256,920 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $194,384,090 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $84,874,830. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of the plan assets; that is the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. The plan had total income of $1,360,775,775, including employer contributions of $1,345,317,947, net appreciation in fair value of investments of $2,427,851, COBRA payments of $5,665,861, and other earnings of $7,364,116.

Your Rights to Additional Information

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU/LEAGUE JOB SECURITY FUND This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, EIN:13-3712851, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering retraining, unemployment, continued health insurance, job security and job placement benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

The plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $11,123,618 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $5,865,774 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $5,257,844. This increase includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $11,079,410, including employer contributions of $11,153,208, net depreciation in fair value of investments of $107,842, and other earnings of $34,044.

Plan expenses were $5,821,566. These expenses included $1,758,934 in administrative expenses and $4,062,632 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

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Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; and • assets held for investment.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

See below for details on locations, times and dates for the free tax preparation events at Food Bank For New York City and Ariva locations.

Manhattan Harlem Carver Financial Literacy Ctr. 300 W. 145th St., NYC 10039 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 West Harlem Food Bank For NYC 252 W. 116th St., NYC 10026 Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 Washington Heights Northern Manhattan Improvement Corp.

76 Wadsworth Ave., NYC 10033 Monday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays in March January 22 – April 15

Bronx Fordham Bronx Works Morris Senior Center 80 East 181st St., Bronx, NY 10453 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

South Bronx Phipps Community Development Corp.

3125 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10451 Tuesday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm January 22 – April 13

South Bronx 69 E. 167th St., 2nd Fl. (Ariva site) Bronx, NY 10452 Mondays and Thursdays: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 1:00 pm to 7:30 pm Saturdays: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm For more information, call (718) 292-2983 January 17 – April 15 Northwest Bronx* University Neighborhood Housing Program (Ariva site) Our Lady of Refuge House 2715 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10458 Select Wednesdays and Saturdays By appointment only; call (718) 933-2539 January 23 – April 10 * Provides free tax preparation for filers with a 2012 household income below $56,000 (or $25,000 if you are single and have no dependents)

Brooklyn Capital One 365 Fulton St., 2nd Fl. Brooklyn, NY 11201 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 17 – April 15 Bedford-Stuyvesant St. John’s Bread & Life Program 795 Lexington Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221 Monday to Wednesday: 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday: 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March January 22 – April 15

Restoration Plaza 1368 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY 11216 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 am to 4:30 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm January 22 – April 13 Sunset Park Center for Family Life 449 39th St., 4th Fl., Brooklyn, NY Tuesday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March and April January 22 – April 13

Queens Jackson Heights Transfiguration of Christ Greek Orthodox Church 38-05 98th St., Corona, NY 11368 Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays and Fridays in March Open on January 17 – April 15 Richmond Hill Dress for Success 114-14 Jamaica Ave. Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm January 22 – April 15

Staten Island Sovereign Bank 15 Hyatt St., 2nd Fl., Staten Island, NY 10301 Monday to Thursday: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Closed Mondays in March January 26 – April 13

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Make Sure Your Tax Refund Is All It Can Be For years, the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund’s Tax Assistance Program has helped eligible members claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and get the most out of their tax return. In 2013, the Fund is again partnering with New York City’s EITC Coalition to help you prepare your tax return.

The EITC Coalition is led by the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, and includes the city’s Office of Financial Empowerment and the Food Bank For New York City.

See the next page for details on locations, times and dates for the free tax preparation events at Food Bank For New York City and Ariva locations.

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This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, EIN 13-3641466, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. This is a welfare benefit plan offering child care benefits. The annual report has been filed with the Department of Labor, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Except with respect to the benefits specified under “Insurance Information” below, the plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

The plan has (a) contract(s) with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company to pay certain child care claims incurred under the terms of the plan. The total premiums paid for the plan year ending December 31, 2011 were $8,780.

Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The items listed below are included in that report: • insurance information, including sales commissions paid by insurance carriers; • an accountant’s report; • financial information and information on payments to service providers; and • assets held for investment.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $19,346,120 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $17,864,147 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $1,481,973. This increase includes unrealized appreciation or depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $25,160,384 which included employer contributions of $24,379,237, program revenue of $762,959, and other earnings of $18,188.

Plan expenses were $23,678,411. These expenses included $6,100,539 in administrative expenses and $17,577,872 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of the 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, P.O Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646)-473-6365.

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/Employer Child Care Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT 1199SEIU/LEAGUE REGISTERED NURSE TRAINING AND JOB SECURITY FUND

Claim Your EITC You can check whether you meet the income requirements for the EITC by using the 2012 tax guidelines listed here: •

Income below $45,060 ($50,270 if married, filing a joint return) with three or more dependent children

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Income below $41,952 ($47,162 if married, filing a joint return) with two dependent children

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Income below $36,920 ($42,130 if married, filing a joint return) with one dependent child

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Income below $13,980 ($19,190 if married, filing a joint return) with no dependent children

An Important Note About H&R Block H&R Block, no longer federally required to provide discounted services, has discontinued their partnership with us.

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Visit the Food Bank For New York City and Ariva Sites for Free Tax Preparation As long as your 2012 household income was below $50,000 (or $18,000 if you are single and have no dependents), our partners at the Food Bank For New York City are offering free tax preparation events throughout the five boroughs, and the nonprofit financial education program Ariva is offering free assistance at two sites in the Bronx, including one in the Northwest Bronx for filers with a 2012 household income below $56,000 (or $25,000 if you are single and have no dependents). If you qualify for the EITC, the tax experts onsite will help you file for the credit. Even if you don’t live near one of these sites, be sure to check the “Claim Your EITC” box at right to find out whether you qualify for the credit before filing your return.

SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT

This is a summary of the annual report for 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, EIN: 13-3946135, for the period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011.

This is a welfare benefit plan offering educational and training benefits to participating RNs. The annual report has been filed with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Your Rights to Additional Information You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request.

The item listed below is included in that report: • an accountant’s report; and • financial information and information on payments to service providers.

The plan is self-insured and has committed to pay covered claims out of plan assets.

Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan, was $2,058,200 as of December 31, 2011, compared to $4,084,595 as of January 1, 2011. During the plan year the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $2,026,395. This decrease includes unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan’s assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $38,981, including employer contributions of $26,539 and other income of $12,442.

Plan expenses were $2,065,376. These expenses included $578,802 in administrative expenses and $1,486,574 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries.

You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report.

To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the plan administrator, Board of Trustees of 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365.

You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan: 1199SEIU/League Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund, 330 West 42nd Street, 28th floor, New York, NY 10036, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, Room N-1513, Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210.

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Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your welfare benefit plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (SPD) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your current SPD until the booklet is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ In response to Hurricane Sandy, the Plan will continue uninterrupted Fund benefit coverage for all Participants, at their pre-Hurricane Wage Class level of coverage, regardless of a loss of hours attributable to the Hurricane in the period from October 29, 2012 through November 30, 2012. _______________________________________________________________ Effective March 1, 2013, the SPD is hereby amended by adding the following underlined bold language: Section II.H MEDICAL SERVICES Making Sure You Get the Care You Need •

Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy: up to 25 visits per discipline per year.

Habilitation therapies are not covered to the extent there is other coverage available from either a government agency or program or through a special organization.

Section I.X Definitions Habilitation Therapies. Physical, occupational, or speech therapy services that help a developmentally delayed or disabled person learn, keep, or improve skills and functional abilities that they may not be developing normally.

This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees. Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document, insurance contracts or other legal documents, the legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The Fund believes it is a “grandfathered health plan” under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the Affordable Care Act). As permitted by the Affordable Care Act, a grandfathered health plan can preserve certain basic health coverage that was already in effect when that law was enacted. Being a grandfathered health plan means that this plan may not include certain consumer protections of the Affordable Care Act that apply to other plans, for example, the requirement for an external review process for claims appeals. However, grandfathered health plans must comply with certain other consumer protections in the Affordable Care Act, for example, the elimination of lifetime limits on benefits.

Questions regarding which protections apply and which protections do not apply to a grandfathered health plan and what might cause a plan to change from grandfathered health plan status can be directed to the plan administrator at the 1199SEIU/National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, P.O. Box 842, New York, NY 10108, (646) 473-6365. You may also contact the Employee Benefits Security Administration, U.S. Department of Labor at (866) 444-3272 or www.dol.gov/ebsa/healthreform. This website has a table summarizing which protections do and do not apply to grandfathered health plans.

The plan sponsor of the1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund for Health and Human Service Employees, or any part of it, at any time.

1199SEIU HEALTHCARE EMPLOYEES PENSION FUND Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your pension plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (“SPD”) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your current employee booklet until the booklet is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ The SPD is amended by adding the following underlined language and removing the following struck- through language: A) SECTION II. A VESTING NORTH GENERAL HOSPITAL: If you are a former North General Hospital employee and meet certain requirements, up to five months of your Continuation Coverage under the National Benefit Fund will be counted as Vesting Credit solely for purposes of the eligibility for the unreduced Early Retirement Pension (age 62 with 20 years of service).

B) SECTION IV. C DISABILITY PENSIONS LAID OFF PARTICIPANTS: For purposes of determining whether you are eligible to receive a Disability Pension, if your disability occurs while you are laid off and participating in the Job Security Fund and you meet certain requirements, you may be eligible for a Disability Pension.

C) SECTION VI. B RULES REGARDING ALL BENEFIT OPTIONS ABOUT SPOUSAL CONSENT: Generally, you must have your Spouse’s written, notarized consent if you are married and elect a form of pension payment other than the Joint & 50%,

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75% or 100% Survivor, each with with your Spouse as your Beneficiary. In certain limited circumstances specified by law – for example, if you prove to the Fund’s satisfaction that your Spouse cannot be located – the Fund may decide not to impose this requirement. The Pension Fund Office can give you more information about these situations and what steps you must take to satisfy the Fund that Spousal consent is not required your Spouse cannot be located. See Section 7.7 of the Plan. _______________________________________________________________ This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund. Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document or other legal documents, the plan document and other legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The plan sponsor of the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU Healthcare Employees Pension Fund, or any part of it, at any time.

Stay on Track All Year Long with the 2013 Protecting Our Health Calendar The latest edition of your annual Protecting Our Health calendar is here!

Make sure you get one by attending any of your Benefit Fund’s upcoming health fairs, wellness workshops or other events sponsored by our Wellness/MAP Department.The new 2013 Protecting Our Health calendar is full of information that can help you and your family stay well.

Throughout the year, you’ll find helpful suggestions on how to balance your diet with better nutrition, raise your fitness level and improve your overall health.To find a health fair or workshop near you, check all upcoming events on our Funds’ calendar at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org.

Stress Tests and Other Cardiology Procedures Now Require Prior Authorization Sometimes you only need an X-ray, but your provider prescribes an MRI. Unnecessary, repetitive and expensive tests have been on the rise for years, and the consequences can be serious. That’s why our Benefit Fund’s Radiology Review program requires prior authorization for outpatient diagnostic imaging services, including MRI tests, CT scans and other procedures.

A recent study in the Archives of Internal Medicine found Medicare beneficiaries who had certain diagnostic tests were likely to have the procedure repeated, despite guidelines that advise against routine testing. In fact, more than half of the Medicare recipients studied had a repeat test. Extra testing not only burdens the healthcare system with costs, it can also lead to unnecessary – and harmful – treatment, researchers said.

And now, our Prior Authorization program has expanded to include nuclear cardiology procedures,such as stress tests, effective November 1, 2012. For more information, please visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org, or call a representative in our Member Services Department at (646) 473-9200.

Benefit Update & News

1199SEIU NATIONAL BENEFIT FUND FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE EMPLOYEES

Medco Is Now Express Scripts You may have noticed that some of the communications you receive from Medco now use the name Express Scripts. Medco and Express Scripts – two of the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit managers – have merged, and the two are now one company, ESI. Until the process is complete, you will sometimes see the Medco name in pharmacy communications and online.

Please note that your benefits will not change.

You’ll still have access to the medications and services you need to stay healthy.You won’t have to be issued a new card, and you can continue to refill your prescriptions as you normally would.

For more information, visit www.Medco.com.

New Additions to the Specialty Care Pharmacy For medications that need special handling, like refrigerated or injectable drugs, you can get home delivery of these drugs through ExpressScripts/ Medco’s specialty pharmacy,Accredo. Seven new drugs have been added to the list of available medications, including treatments for colorectal cancer, multiple sclerosis and chronic weight management.You can view the full list of available specialty medications at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org. If you are affected by any of these changes, you will receive information from the Benefit Fund in the mail.

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MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Stay on Track All Year Long with the 2013 Protecting Our Health Calendar

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Stress Tests and Other Cardiology Procedures Now Require Prior Authorization

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Medco Is Now Express Scripts

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New Additions to the Specialty Care Pharmacy

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Make Sure Your Tax Refund Is All It Can Be

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Member Profile: Eliona FordeJohnson

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Kick Butts for Good! Make 2013 the year you stop smoking – forever

10 Start the New Year Off Right – Schedule Your Preventive Screenings Today 11 Keep Your New Year’s Resolution and Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet! 12 Prevent Injuries with Weight Training 14 7 Servings a Day for a Healthier You 16 Request the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Application 17 2013 Anne Shore Sleep-Away Camp Program for Children Ages 9 to 15 Years 18 Talk to a Health Coach for Oneon-One Support

Despite our best intentions, the temptations of the holiday season make it all too easy to fall back into old, unhealthy habits. But you can still maintain a healthy lifestyle while celebrating with family and friends. Of course, you may not find time for exercise every day or you may overindulge in holiday foods now and then, but by sticking as closely as you can to your everyday diet and exercise routine, you can enjoy the season and not be hard on yourself for “cheating.” And when the New Year comes, you can ease back into your old routine without feeling as if you are starting from scratch.

Your Benefit Fund is committed to helping you do just that. In this issue of For Your Benefit, we offer all the support you need to make 2013 your healthiest year ever. We’ve included information about ways to fit more exercise into your day, and more fruits and vegetables into your diet. We’ll also help get you ready to make the one change that can have the most dramatic effect on your health - quitting smoking.

You’ll read about one fellow member who used our Benefit Fund’s coverage to lose weight and manage her diabetes, and is now motivating her co-workers to do the same. And, if you attend one of our upcoming wellness events, you’ll get your own 2013 Protecting Our Health calendar full of tips and tools to help you get and stay healthy throughout the year.

1199SEIU/LEAGUE JOB SECURITY FUND Summary of Material Modifications This Summary of Material Modifications describes changes that affect your job security benefit plan and updates the Summary Plan Description (“SPD”) that was previously distributed to you. You should keep this summary with your SPD until the SPD is updated to reflect the changes discussed herein. _______________________________________________________________ Effective December 8, 2011 the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund was amended by adding the following: Non-Compliant Employers. If your Employer's CBA with the Union does not provide that your Employer is obligated to place other JSF participants, your Employer is considered a NonCompliant Employer. The amount of benefits provided to Employees of Non-Compliant Employers can never exceed the amount of contributions received from all Non-Compliant Employers. If you are laid off by a Non-Compliant Employer, your benefit will be determined by the Committee and therefore may be limited.

This summary only highlights the key changes made to the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund.

Summaries of Material Modifications together with the Summary Plan Description make up your official plan descriptions; please keep them together and refer to them as necessary. We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information in this summary and the Summary Plan Description. However, if there is any discrepancy between them and the plan document, insurance contracts or other legal documents, the legal documents will always govern. If you would like to review the plan document or have any questions, please contact the Fund’s Member Services Representatives at (646) 473-9200.

The plan sponsor of 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund reserves the right to amend or terminate the 1199SEIU/League Job Security Fund, or any part of it, at any time.

NOTICE ABOUT THE EARLY RETIREE REINSURANCE PROGRAM You are a plan participant, or are being offered the opportunity to enroll as a plan participant, in an employment-based health plan that is certified for participation in the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program. The Early Retiree Reinsurance Program is a Federal program that was established under the Affordable Care Act. Under the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program, the Federal government reimburses a plan sponsor of an employment-based health plan for some of the costs of healthcare benefits paid on behalf of, or by, early retirees and certain family members of early retirees participating in the employment-based plan. By law, the program expires on January 1, 2014.

Under the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program, your plan sponsor may choose to use any reimbursements it receives from this program to reduce or offset increases in plan participants'

premium contributions, co-payments, deductibles, co-insurance, or other out-of-pocket costs.

If the plan sponsor chooses to use the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program reimbursements in this way, you, as a plan participant, may experience changes that may be advantageous to you, in your health plan coverage terms and conditions, for so long as the reimbursements under this program are available and this plan sponsor chooses to use the reimbursements for this purpose.

A plan sponsor may also use the Early Retiree Reinsurance Program reimbursements to reduce or offset increases in its own costs for maintaining your health benefits coverage, which may increase the likelihood that it will continue to offer health benefits coverage to its retirees and employees and their families.

As always, we have included important details on the valuable programs and services your Fund provides.You will find information about the important screenings that your Fund covers at no cost to you, as well as updates on your prescription and radiology benefits. Finally, you will read about our popular tax preparation program, which helps eligible members get back thousands of dollars in their tax refunds each year.

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Craig for 1199ers!

20 Our Prenatal Workshop Helps Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy

We hope this issue of For Your Benefit helps you get your new year off to a healthy and happy start!

Sincerely,

This issue of For Your Benefit contains important information about your rights under your benefit and pension plans and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, which you should read and retain for future reference.

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Mitra Behroozi Executive Director 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

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Meet Our Featured Member

ELIONA FORDEJOHNSON Making Lasting Changes to Take Charge of Her Own Health

Make 2013 Your Healthiest Year Yet!

Join Fellow Members on Our Facebook Page Our 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds’ Facebook page is helping hundreds of members stay up to date on the latest benefit and pension news, health fairs, workshops, wellness news and more. If you’re not yet one of them, just visit www.facebook.com/1199SEIUBenefitFunds and click on “Like.”We think you’ll be glad you did.

Únase a los Compañeros Miembros en Nuestra Página de Facebook La página de Facebook de nuestros Fondos de Beneficios y Pensiones de 1199SEIU está ayudando a cientos de miembros a mantenerse al día de las últimas novedades sobre beneficios y pensiones, ferias de salud, talleres, noticias sobre bienestar y mucho más. Si usted todavía no es uno de ellos, simplemente visite www.facebook.com/1199SEIUBenefitFunds y haga clic en “Like” (Me gusta). Estamos seguros de que se alegrará de hacerlo.

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