Mediterranean inspired recipes
The Mediterranean Diet zeroes in on nourishing foods long touted as some of the healthiest by dietitians and health organizations. Check out these recipes for Mediterranean Tuna, Feta and Dill Salad, Flatbread Nicoise & Asparagus Frittata. PAGE 4
Press Release CITY OF NORFOLK & DOWNTOWN NORFOLK COUNCIL
NORFOLK, Va. — This May, hop on your bike and celebrate everything that makes Norfolk a great place to ride during the 15th Annual Norfolk Bike Month! Whether you’re explor ing the Northside Park Mountain Bike Trail, cruising along the Elizabeth River Trail or connecting with fellow riders at signature events like the Hampton Roads Bike Expo, Bike to Work Day and the Glow Ride, there’s something for bicy clists of all abilities.
Visit www.norfolk.gov/BikeMonth for safety tips and bike‑friendly resources and check out the City of Norfolk Events Calendar to find monthly, weekly and special activi ties to plan your perfect Bike Month adventure.
The City of Norfolk continues to invest in a safe, connected, multimodal transportation network. With nearly 60 miles of dedicated bike lanes, shared lanes and trails—and more added each year through the City’s Strategic Bike & Pedestrian Plan—Norfolk is paving the way for even more comfortable and convenient active transportation. Recent improvements include:
Near‑completion of the Granby Street Bike Lane project between Willow Wood Drive and Admiral Taussig Boulevard.
Final design work for new Ocean View Avenue bike lane extensions from Chesapeake Boulevard to Cape View Avenue.
A newly launched study to add bike lanes and pedestrian upgrades along East Indian River Road and Campostella Road, improving roadway safety and multimodal connec tivity in Norfolk’s south side.
As Bike Month rolls on, remember: safety is everyone’s responsibility. Across the country, severe crashes involving bicyclists and pedestrians have increased, and Norfolk is committed to reversing that trend. Together, we can reach our Vision Zero goal of eliminating roadway‑related fatalities and serious injuries by 2050.
Drivers: Share the road. Give cyclists at least three feet when passing, or change lanes when possible. Bicycles are permitted on all Norfolk streets—bike lane or not.
Bicyclists and e‑scooter riders: Follow the same rules as drivers—stop at stop signs, obey traffic signals, yield to pedestrians and ride with traffic.
Helmets: Required for everyone 14 and under.
Signature Bike Month Events:
Bike Night at the Virginia Zoo: May 8, 5p.m. — 8p.m.
National Bike to Work Day: May 15, 7a.m. — 9a.m. at Waterside District
Glow Ride X: May 29, 8p.m. — 10p.m. at The Plot in the NEON District
In addition to these flagship gatherings, cyclists of all skill levels can find their pace with weekly community rides. The schedule features recurring favorites such as daily Bike Nights at Norfolk Botanical Garden (4:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.), Boom Box Rides and Slow & Steady Sundays on the weekends, plus easy, medium, and fast paced group rides every weeknight, including Super Casual Wednesday Rides and Norfolk Bike Polo Pickups. Community members are encouraged to document their journeys and join the city wide conversation by tagging their social media posts with #nfkbikemonth throughout May.
Sunrise Yoga debuts at the Oceanfront and Beach Blanket Film Festival returns with
Press Release
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The City of Virginia Beach, Beach Events, and IMGoing are welcoming summer 2026 with an expanded lineup of free, all ages experiences at the Oceanfront, highlighted by the return of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Concert Series (OCS), the debut of Sunrise Yoga on the sand, and the return of the Beach Blanket Film Festi val with a new “Pirates in Pictures” theme. Together, the programming offers a full day to night experience, from energizing mornings by the Atlantic to live music and fami ly friendly movies under the stars.
The Oceanfront Concert Series will once again bring a diverse mix of national touring artists and fan favorites to 17th, 24th, and 31st Street Parks through out the summer, with all performances free and open to the public. The series kicks off as part of Stars, Stripes and Spurs Weekend on April 24 and 25, then continues throughout the summer on Wednesday nights. Shows begin at 7:00 p.m., with doors opening at 6:00 p.m.
The 2026 lineup includes:
Friday, April 24: Chayce Beckham with Cody Christian at 24th Street Park
Saturday, April 25: Alana Springsteen with Holy Roller at 24th Street Park
May 27: The Wailers at 24th Street Park
June 3: The War & Treaty at 17th Street Park
June 10: Moon Taxi, G Love & Donavon Frankenreiter at 31st Street Park
July 1: MC Lyte at 17th Street Park
July 8: Umphrey’s McGee at 31st Street Park
July 15: Eggy & Dogs In A Pile at 24th Street Park
July 22: Josh Ross at 17th Street Park
July 29: All 4 One at 24th Street Park
August 5: The 502s at 17th Street Park
August 12: Watchhouse at 31st Street Park
August 19: Andy Frasco & the U.N., Kitchen Dwellers & Magoo at 24th Street Park.
* Lineups are subject to change
New this year, free Sunrise Yoga will take place at 17th Street Park at 8:00 a.m. every Saturday in June, July, and August. Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, the sessions will be led by a rotating lineup of Virginia Beach’s top yoga instructors from Shine Yoga and welcome participants of all experience levels, offering a relaxed and restorative way to start the day at the Oceanfront.
Movie nights return to the sand with the fourth annual Beach Blanket Film Festival, taking place July 14—18 at 29th Street on the beach. This year’s five night “Pirates in Pictures” theme features family friendly favorites including “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” “Hook,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest,” “Muppet Treasure Island,” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End.” All films are rated PG or PG 13 and begin nightly at 8:30 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public, with convenient parking available at the 31st Street Municipal Garage.
For the latest updates and additional information, visit beacheventsvb.com.
About Beach Events: Beach Events is the entertainment program presented by the City of Virginia Beach, featuring a dynamic series of free concerts, festivals, and community celebrations along the Virginia Beach oceanfront. From fami ly friendly cultural showcases to art festivals and holiday traditions, Beach Events brings year round entertainment that connects visitors and locals alike.
Beginning in May through Labor Day Weekend, the wildly
The Norfolk Greek Festival is back,bigger, better than ever May14-17 at the Annunciation
John Katsiastells us about it
InterviewByYiorgo
Greekfoodenthusiastsrejoice,theannual NorfolkGreekFestival,thisregion’soldestand largestethnicfestivalreturnsMay14-17atthe AnnunciationGreek OrthodoxCathedral at 7220 Granby Street, Norfolk, Virginia with FREEAdmission,FREEParkingandAuthentic Greek Food and Pastries,Greek Beer and GreekWine,Vendors,LiveGreekMusicand Dancingandmore
Get ready to have your tastebuds dance Zorba The Greek style as they sample the great cuisine that is Greekfood. Your taste budswilljoinyourfeetanddancetothelively, vibrantGreekmusic,playingallfourdaysand nightsattheNorfolkGreekFestival.Outdoor stands adjacent to the huge tent have been setupandyoucanbuyeverythingfromshish kebob to baklava to be eatenatthe tablesin the outdoor tents at the festivalor placed in take-outcontainerstotakehome.
Under the huge tent, inacafeteria style setting,avarietyofGreekfoodspecialtieswill beavailableforpurchase.Someoftheoptions includes: Greek salad; fried calamari; charcoal-broiled souvlaki (shish kabob);moussaka(slicedeggplantcombinedwithground beef,spicesand tomato saucetoppedwitha sauceofeggs,butter,cheeseandmilk);chicken lathoregano(charcoal-broiledchickenmarinatedina sauceofolive oil, lemonjuice and oregano);spanakopita(ablendofspinachand fetacheesebakedinfilopastryleaves);pastitsio(amacaronicasserolewithgroundsirloin of beef topped withacreamycheese sauce), andGreek-styleFrenchfries Greek pastries,such as galaktoboureko(a filo custardpastry) and loukoumades (hot honey-sweetfritterpastries)andmanymore famous Greek sweets will beplentiful and available forpurchaseat theNorfolkGreek Festival.
Foryour entertainment pleasure, The Annunciation Dancers, made up of various age groups rangingfromthree toseventeen yearsold,aswellastheAlumniDancerswill dancetraditionalGreekdanceseachdayand eveningtoentertaineveryonethere.Thereis also liveGreek music, performed during the four dayfestival by the famous Greekband ApolloniaandYiorgo,(that’sme)yourhostfor thefourdaysfestival.Iwillteachyouhowto danceGreekandencourageyoutogetupon thestageanddancethenightaway If youlove to shop,vendors fromHampton Roads to Greece will be theretooffer a wide varietyofartwork,gold, clothesand finejewelry forsaleinthe HellenicHallat theAgora(Marketplace).
ThebeautifulAnnunciationGreekOrthodoxCathedral will have tours available
throughoutthefestival
Fortimes,datesandmoreinfo,gotohttps:// norfolkgreekfestival.org/ Yiorgo: Howisthe Greek community involvedintheGreekfestival?
JohnKatsias:MostofourGreekcommunitymembersarevolunteeringinavarietyof positionssuchashelpingpreparethefoodand serveitduringthe festival as well as helpin multiplepositionstoensurethesuccessofour greatGreekFestival.
Y:WhatisthepurposeoftheGreekfestival andwhyshouldpeopleattend?
JK: We love to shareour Greek heritage with the Hampton Roads community and giveeveryoneattending the opportunity to experience what it’s like going to Greece withouthavingtoflythere.Peoplewhoattend will experience ataste of GreeceinNorfolk, Virginia
Y:HowwouldyoudescribetheGreekfestivaltosomeone who has neverbeen there before?
JK: Fromthe minuteyou enter our property,you will be embraced with visualsights and the aroma of Greek food being served, Greek music being playedbyour liveGreek Band Apollonia, our youth dancers in full Greek costumeswill be performing traditionalGreek dances throughout the entire weekend and everyone is invited up to learn howtodance Greek dances andhaveagreat time experiencing our culture. We also have church tours for our friends to see thebeautiful iconography, hear selectionsfromour choirandenjoytheambianceofourchurch
Y:Wherewereyoubornanddidyougoto
church?
JK: IgrewupinVirginia Beachand have livedthereallofmylife.Iproudlyattendedthe Annunciation Greek OrthodoxCathedralas alittlekidandcontinuetodosotothistoday.
Y:Whatisafavoritememoryofyourswhile attendingtheNorfolkGreekFestival?
JK: Workingshouldertoshoulderwith my fellowparishioners from the timeIwas ayoungguy,helpingoutinthebeveragearea and embracing and sharing ourGreek heritage with everyone attending theGreek Festival.
Y: What is your favorite part of theGreek festivalnowasagrownman?
JK: Watching all of our guests having a greattimedancing,singingandenjoyingour heritage,it’safeelinglikenoother
Y:Wheredoessomeofthemoneygothat’s gatheredfromtheGreekfestival?
JK:Someofitgoestothechurchtosupport the various needs of thechurch.Wealso donate money to various localcharities and weprideourselvesinmakingsurewedonate tocharitieswherethemajorityofthemoney staysinHamptonRoads
Yiorgo is an arts,entertainment and sports writer.Astage,TVand movie actor,heisalso aneducator,motivationalspeaker,writer,storyteller and columnist.
Editor’s Note: This interview by Yiorgo with John Katsias, Chairman of the NorfolkGreek Festival at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, origianlly ranina previous issue of TheFlagship
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By Feature Impact
SOURCE: MICHIGAN ASPARAGUS ADVISORY BOARD
It’softentruethatthebestmeals,fromfillingbreakfasts toflavorfuldinners aremadewiththefreshestingredients. Toensureyourfamily’sfavoriterecipesareuptopar,start bysourcinglocalproduce
Forexample MichiganAsparagusdidn’ttakeaninternational flight to your local supermarket it took about 3-7 days to get from the field to your table rather than 10-20daysforimportedasparagus Grownonmorethan 90multi-generationalfamilyfarms,itsthicktextureand freshflavorcanbefoundatyourneighborhoodstore.
AvailablefromaroundMother’sDaythroughtheendof June,theseasonreliesprimarilyonnaturalrainfall,with irrigationusedonlywhenextremelydryconditionsmake itnecessary,resultinginamoresustainableandenvironmentallyresponsibleproduct.
Plus,it’seasytoprepare 5-8minutesinboilingwater, or 2-3 minutes in a skillet like in this Asparagus Frittata that’sperfectforbusymornings Youcanfeelgoodknowingyou’reservinglovedonesanutrient-dense,low-calorie vegetablewithnofat,nocholesterolandlittlesodiumto startthedaywithaheartyyetnutritiousbreakfast.
To find more warm-weather favorites that put fresh produceatthecenterofyourplate visitMichiganAsparagus.org.
Asparagus Frittata
Recipe courtesy of Michigan Asparagus
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Servings: 2
1tablespoonsaltedbutter
5freshMichiganAsparagusspears,trimmed andcutintobite-sizedpieces
3eggs
1/4cupheavycream
1sprigfreshdill,chopped
1/4teaspoonsalt
11/2tablespoonsParmesancheese
1/4teaspoonblackpepper
1tablespoonslicedgreenonion
4cherrytomatoes,quartered
microgreens,forgarnish(optional)
Preheatovento375F.
In 6-inch, oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt butter Addasparagusandcook2-3minutes.
Inbowl,whiskeggs,cream,dill,salt,cheeseandpepper
Poureggmixtureoverasparagus
Allowsidestoset.Checkbygentlypullingeggawayfrom side of skillet. Sides should appear cooked and become firm.
Topeggswithgreenonionandtomatoes Placeskillet in oven. Bake about 5 minutes until center of frittata is setandfirm. Remove from oven and plate while warm Top with microgreens ifdesired.
Dive into healthy eats with Mediterranean-inspired, protein-packed dishes
By: Feature Impact SOURCE: GENOVA TUNA
The warm weather season offers a perfect opportunity for a meal reset. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean, the aptly named MediterraneanDietzeroesinonnourishingfoodslongtouted assomeofthehealthiestbydietitiansandhealthorganizations.
Inclusiveofvegetables,fruits,wholegrains,beansand otherlegumes,aswellaslow-fatorfat-freedairyproducts, non-tropical vegetable oils and nuts, poultry and fish suchasGenovaWildCaughtYellowfinTuna Mediterranean-focuseddishesfitbeautifullyintoacolorful,healthy diet.TheMediterraneanDiethasalsobeenassociatedwith manybenefits,asitincludeskeynutrientssuchasomega-3 fattyacidsthatsupportbrain,eyeandhearthealth.Because thiswayofeatingalsoprioritizesfiberandleanprotein it alsocansupportahealthyweight,whichcanfueloverall healthandwell-beingforyearstocome
Packed with protein and omega-3s, Genova Yellowfin TunainOliveOiliswild-caughtandinspiredbytheflavors andtraditionsoftheMediterranean.Freefromadditives andpreservatives,thisconvenientproteinmakesaneasy and delicious addition to meals inspired by the region’s fresh,vibrantingredients
Asimple,elegantFlatbreadNicoiseletstunatakecenter stage, melding together fresh, foolproof ingredients like babypotatoes,greenbeans,babyarugula,kalamataolives andredonionontopofawarm,doughycrust Ortakethe tasteoftheMediterraneanfurtheratlunchtimewiththis MediterraneanTuna,FetaandDillSalad.Itcombinesthe big,brightflavorsandtexturesofarugula,cucumber,feta, freshdill,lemonandtunatogiveyourtastebudsahappy zingandkeepyousatisfieduntildinner Formoreinformation,includingrecipes,servingsuggestionsandaproductlocator,visitGenovaSeafood.com
Flatbread Nicoise
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
4ouncesbabypotatoes,well-scrubbed
2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil,divided 1poundstore-boughtpizzadough,atroom temperature
koshersalt,totaste
freshlygroundblackpepper,totaste
2ouncesgreenbeansorharicotverts,trimmed
1can(5ounces)GenovaYellowfinTunainOliveOil
11/2teaspoonsredwinevinegar
1/2cupbabyarugula
1/2cupcherrytomatoes,halved
1/4cuppittedkalamataornicoiseolives,halved
1/4smallredonion,thinlysliced
Preheat oven to 450 F. Using mandolin, thinly slice
potatoes Drizzle 9-by-13-inch baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil and spread pizza dough to edges Shingle potatoesoverdough,leaving1/2-inchborder Seasonwithsalt andpepper,totaste,anddrizzlewithremainingoliveoil.
Bake pizza until cooked through and crust is golden, about25minutes Removeandletcoolslightly Bringsmallsaucepanofsaltedwatertoboil.Addgreen beansandcookuntilbrightgreenandcrisptender about 3 minutes Strain, rinse with cool water and drain well. Transfer to work surface and cut each bean into thirds onbias
Strainoilfromtunacanintosmallbowlandwhiskvinegarintooil.Seasonwithsaltandpepper,totaste. Sprinkleslightlycooledpizzawitharugula,tuna,tomatoes,olives,greenbeansandredonion.Drizzlewithvinegardressingthensliceandservewarm.
Mediterranean Tuna, Feta and Dill Salad
Total time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
3cupsarugula
1cupcherrytomatoes eachcutinhalf
1/2Englishcucumber,cutinto1/2-inchchunks
1/2cupfetacheesechunks
1/4cupslicedredonion
2tablespoonschoppedfreshdillor1teaspoondried dill,plusadditionalfortopping(optional)
2cans(5ounceseach)GenovaYellowfinTunain OliveOil
Dressing:
2tablespoonsfresh-squeezedlemonjuice
1tablespoonfreshchoppeddill
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblackpepper
In large bowl or on platter lay arugula. Place cherry tomatoes,cucumber,feta,redonionanddilloverarugula. Topwithtuna;reserveoilfromcans Tomakedressing:Insmallbowl,combinelemonjuice, dill,saltandpepper Whiskinreservedoliveoilfromtuna cansuntilmixtureiswellblended. Beforeserving,drizzledressingoversaladandtopwith additionalchoppeddill,ifdesired
By TRICARE Communications
FALLS CHURCH, Va These days, everyone juggles multiple logins for the many services we access online The MilitaryHealthSystemismakinglifealittleeasier by switching to myAuth—a simpler, more streamlined login authentication applicationacrossitsonlineplatforms
You’re probably familiar with DS Logon, thelegacysystemforaccessingTRICARE-relatedplatformsandmanyothergovernment sites With DS Logon sunsetting by the end offiscalyear2026 eachoftheplatformsthat support your TRICARE benefit will switch fromDSLogontomyAuth milConnectand IDCardOfficeOnlinehavealreadymadethis switch.
Read on to learn about what this means foryou.
What’s changing?
Right now, many platforms that manage your TRICARE benefit still have DS Logon. These include the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal to get health records from care at military hospitals and clinics, and many of thecontractorsthatmanageyourTRICARE benefit,including:
EastRegion:HumanaMilitary
WestRegion:TriWestHealthcareAlliance
OverseasRegion:InternationalSOS
TRICARE For Life (in all regions): WPS GovernmentServices
TRICARE Pharmacy Program: Express Scripts
TRICARE Dental Program: United Concordia
When the transition to myAuth occurs across these platforms, you’ll have multiple options for logging in With myAuth, users canloginwith:
ACommonAccessCard
A username/password, plus a secure multi-factorauthenticationmethod
OktaVerify,anappforpersonalorgovernment mobile devices that enables secure accesswithoutaCAC
How will this change happen?
When you visit a platform that has made the switch, you’ll see a new login page and streamlined account creation process. You can also create a myAuth account on your
By TRICARE Communications
FALLS CHURCH, Va It can be a challenge when a family member passes away
You’re dealing with not only the emotional senseofloss butthemanyotherdetailsthat requiretime,energy,andfocussurrounding thatloss Oneoftheseconcernsmaybehow yourhealthcarecoveragemaychange.
“Mostimportantly,TRICARErecognizes what you’re going through and is here to support you in your time of loss,” said Zelly Zim, senior program analyst, TRICARE HealthPlan PolicyandProgramsDivision,at theDefenseHealthAgency “TheTRICARE benefitofferscoveragethattransitionswith you as you move into this new phase of life With TRICARE, your healthcare coverage changesasyourlifechanges.”
TRICARE wants you to know that you aren’talone ThisarticlefocusesonthebenefitsTRICAREofferssurvivors
How TRICARE covers survivors
Therearedifferentsurvivorscenarios but regardlessofwhichtypeofsurvivoryouare, yourTRICAREmedicalanddentalcoverage continue after the death of your sponsor. If you’reaspouse,youcankeepyourcoverage untilyouremarry Familymemberhealthplan optionsandcostswillvarybasedon:
Thesponsor’smilitarystatuswhentheydie Ifthesurvivingfamilymemberisaspouse orachild
Explore survivor scenarios
There are four different types of survivor categories Your TRICARE coverage is basedonwhoyouare.Ifyouaren’tsureifyour sponsor was on active duty when they died, contact a casualty assistance officer or your sponsor’sunit/servicepersonneloffice
SURVIVORS OFACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS
Spousesandchildrenareconsidered“transitional survivors” for the first three years after an active duty sponsor dies Surviving family members remain covered as active duty family members Health plan options andcostsdon’tchange Keepinmind,ifyouloseTRICAREeligibility, you’ll lose your transitional or survivorstatus After three years surviving spouses’ coverage changes to that of a retired family member The Defense Manpower Data Center updates your records You’ll receive a letter from DMDC before your status changes Surviving children’s coverage doesn’t change until they age out or lose TRICAREeligibilityforotherreasons Formoredetails gotoSurvivorsofActive DutyServiceMembers
SURVIVORS OF NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVE MEMBERS Depending on the military status of your National Guard or Reserve sponsor or your
own using your CAC or by following the step-by-step prompts on the login page If youhaveanexistingDSLogonaccount,you canalsouseittogetstarted.Anywayyoudo it,themyAuthwebsitewillguideyouthrough everystep
Important: This change won’t happen at thesametimeforallplatforms Untilallthese platformshavetransitionedtomyAuth,you may still need to use DS Logon for certain logins
What if I need help?
If you’re experiencing issues, please visit myAuth Help for additional resources and guidance on creating or updating your
account, as well as answers to frequently asked questions If you still need additional assistance contact the Defense Manpower Data Center at 800-477-8227. DMDC managesmyAuthandcananswerquestions about the transition or address any related concerns
Although you’ll create a new login for myAuth, remember that neither TRICARE noritscontractorswillcontactyouaskingfor private information like your date of birth, Social Security number, or your username andpassword.Readmessagescarefullyand check the source email or web address for legitimacy If something feels off, trust your instincts If you think you gave personal or account information to a fraudulent entity,
change your password right away and file a report.
Intheend,theswitchtomyAuthmeans: Enhancedsecurity:Moreoptionstoprotect againstunauthorizedaccess
A modernized authentication platform: Morewaystologin
Amoreuser-friendlyexperience:Asimpler interface
The switch to myAuth means a simpler, moresecureTRICAREexperienceonline
WouldyoulikethelatestTRICAREnewssent toyoubyemail?VisitTRICARESubscriptions to get benefit updates, news, and more.
previous TRICARE health and dental plan coverage, your new coverage options may change
Note: AsofOct.1,2025 survivorsofNGR members who were on TRICARE Reserve Selectwhentheirsponsordiedcankeeptheir coverageforuptothreeyearsfromthedate ofthesponsor’sdeath,oruntiltheyageoutor loseTRICAREeligibilityforotherreasons Tolearnmore,visitSurvivorsofNational GuardandReserveMembers
SURVIVORS OF RETIRED SERVICE MEMBERS
Ifyou’reasurvivorofaretiredactiveduty service member—including medical retirement—you may be eligible for TRICARE You’llhavethesamehealthplanoptionsand costs you had before your sponsor passed away Surviving spouses remain eligible until theyremarry Childrenremaineligibleuntil theyageoutorloseTRICAREeligibilityfor otherreasons Formoreinformation,checkoutSurvivors ofRetiredServiceMembers
SURVIVING ADULT CHILDREN WHO MAY QUALIFY FOR TRICARE YOUNG ADULT
If you’re between the ages of 21 (or 23, if you’re in college full time) and 26 and your sponsorisTRICARE-eligible,youcanenroll inTRICAREYoungAdult.However,ifyour sponsor dies before you enroll in TYA, you may still be able to enroll. You need to meet
certainrequirements,though. Toreadtherequirements,gotoSurviving Children Who May Qualify for TRICARE YoungAdult.
Survivor dental coverage
Ifyou’reasurvivingfamilymember,you’re eligible for the TRICARE Dental Program Survivor Benefit Plan The TDP Survivor BenefitPlanprovidesthesamelevelofcoverage as the TDP. And, while you’re enrolled, the federal government pays 100% of your monthlypremiums After three years, surviving spouses may be eligible for dental coverage through the FederalEmployeesDentalandVisionInsuranceProgram There’smoretolearnaboutsurvivorcoverageoptions
What else you need to know
Did you know that a death in the family is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event? This means that surviving family members have 90daystomakeeligiblehealthplanchanges, asdescribedintheTRICAREQualifyingLife EventsFactSheet. And keep in mind that you only have to reportyoursponsor’sdeathtotheTRICARE Pharmacy Program contractor, Express Scripts The Social Security Administration or sponsor’s service report the death to the DefenseManpowerDataCenter
It may take some time for DMDC to get theinformation Ifyouprefer,youcannotify DMDCofthedeathby: VisitingalocalUniformedServicesIDcard officewithacopyofthedeathcertificate Faxing a copy of the death certificate to 800-336-4416 Mailingacopyofthedeathcertificateto: DMDC/DEERSSupportOffice 400GiglingRoad Seaside,CA93955-6771
If your sponsor was retired, and dependingontheirservicebranch,youmayneedto takeothersteps Ifafamilymemberwhowasn’tthesponsordies contacttheDMDC/DEERSSupport Officetolearnwhatyouneedtodotoreport their death. Depending on your situation, your health plan options may change from familytoindividual. Remember whateveryourcircumstance TRICAREishereforyou. Note:Ifyouorsomeoneyouknowisstrugglingorincrisis helpisavailable.Callortext 988 or chat 988lifeline.org This resource connects you with trained counselors who canhelpyougetthehelpyouneed,24/7. WouldyoulikethelatestTRICAREnewssent toyoubyemail?VisitTRICARESubscriptions to get benefit updates, news, and more.
