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SEANC Scoop: SEANC fights to save prisons from permanent closure due to COVID

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SEANC Scoop: SEANC fights to save prisons from permanent closure due to COVID

SEANC Executive Director Ardis Watkins questioned DPS Commissioner of Prisons Todd Ishee this week at a Senate Select Committee on Prison Safety meeting on the department’s plans for three prison units that have been temporarily closed because of COVID-19.

Last week, DPS leadership announced that it was “temporarily suspending” operations at Randolph Correctional in Asheboro, and the minimum-security facilities at Southern Correctional in Troy and Piedmont Correctional in Salisbury. Staff from these facilities have been temporarily reassigned to other prisons in the region.

Ishee reported that 318 DPS staff members are out of work, quarantined or fighting COVID-19. At least four have died since the pandemic began.

While we are all adapting to many changes due to the pandemic, anytime a facility is closed it raises a red flag. In the last decade, the state has closed 16 prisons.

Outside of standard legislative procedure, Sen. Bob Steinburg allowed Watkins to directly question Ishee regarding these closures and plans for reopening.

Ishee indicated that reopening would depend on what the General Assembly funds in the state budget.

It’s imperative that we keep a watchful eye on this process. If you work in one of these facilities, please contact us should you encounter any issues or hardships during this process.

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Aflac is excited to offer to ALL SEANC members, including retirees, the new BenExtend product. BenExtend coverage is guaranteed-issue, which means you may qualify for coverage without having to answer health questions.

We’d like to think science can stop contagious diseases in their tracks, but outbreaks such as the flu, SARS, COVID-19, along with issues related to trauma, have shown that’s not always the case.

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Enrollment for BenExtend will be available starting December 1, 2020, with call center and online self-enrollment options available.

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Behind the Scenes with SEANC SEANC is proud to launch a new feature in The Scoop to highlight the leaders and staff members who work to provide the best services to our members every day.

This week, we're featuring District 46 Chair Regina Norman, District 43 Chair Brenda Johnson and staff member Tiffany Haldeman. Click on the graphics below to read more about each.

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SEANC Scoop: Corrections staff will be among first offered vaccine

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Friday, Dec 11, 2020

Corrections staff will be among first offered vaccine With FDA approval for a vaccine for COVID-19 seemingly imminent, the state unveiled at least part of its plans for distribution this week.

Most in the state will have to wait for the shot, but some state employees may receive it earlier depending on their jobs. All correctional staff, for example, will be offered the vaccine on a voluntary basis when at-risk inmates are vaccinated in the first allotment.

N.C. Health News explored the issue of vaccine distribution in our prisons, which have been hit hard by the second wave of the virus. SEANC Executive Director Ardis Watkins pointed out the unique challenges correctional staff face with bringing the virus home to their families and spreading it in their communities.

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violence in the prison, that’d be one thing. But to take something home to my family because I went to work is the line I can’t cross.’”

SEANC continues to monitor the vaccination rollout and will provide more information as it is available. If you have concerns, please contact us at seanccares@seanc.org.

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Members in Action SEANC's Western Region delivers appreciation bags SEANC's Western Region (Districts 19) delivered appreciation bags for all employees who work for N.C. State Parks and the N.C. Forest Service offices in their area recently to show our gratitude for the jobs they do. If you would like a visit from SEANC Cares to your worksite, send an email to seanccares@seanc.org.

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Recruit for SEANC! Every time you recruit a new member from NOW through DECEMBER 31, you and the new member will be entered in a grand finale drawing to WIN $250!

Also, recruit at least one member now through Dec. 31, to receive $20 per member and be entered in Friday drawings for prizes through Dec. 25.

For more information, contact Director of Member Relations Lynn Cote at lcote@seanc.org.

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Behind the Scenes with SEANC SEANC is proud to launch a new feature in The Scoop to highlight the leaders and staff members who work to provide the best services to our members every day.

This week, we're featuring District 24 Chair Lennetta Singletary, District 9 Chair Jamie Robinson and staff member Autumn Creech. Click on the graphics below to read more about each.

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SEANC Scoop: Series highlights dangers of pandemic at NC prisons

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Friday, Dec 18, 2020

Series highlights dangers of pandemic at NC prisons

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SEANC Scoop: Series highlights dangers of pandemic at NC prisons

An in-depth investigation series from the nonprofit news source Carolina Public Press has uncovered the dire state of our prisons in the pandemic.

The multi-part series found that more than 6,000 inmates and 1,500 employees are known to have been infected by COVID-19, of which more than 300 staff members are currently out of work – and four have died from the virus.

SEANC Executive Director Ardis Watkins pointed out in the series that in several cases employees have been infected at work and have taken the virus home to infect family members. The article goes on to state that North Carolina ranks in the top 20 nationally for additional cases caused by prison outbreaks.

SEANC continues to monitor the pandemic at our prisons and stands ready to help any member in need. Please contact us at SEANCCares@seanc.org with your concerns.

Update about pension checks We have received inquiries from a few retirees about the later-than-expected payment date for December pension checks. Upon discussion with the N.C. Retirement System office, we learned that the checks will be paid on Dec. 23 this year because of the state’s contract with First Citizens Bank. Active employees will receive their paychecks on Dec. 21.

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Need some extra cash this holiday season?

Recruit for SEANC! Every time you recruit a new member from NOW through DECEMBER 31, you and the new member will be entered in a grand finale drawing to WIN $250!

Also, recruit at least one member now through Dec. 31, to receive $20 per member and be entered in Friday drawings for prizes through Dec. 25.

For more information, contact Director of Member Relations Lynn Cote at lcote@seanc.org.

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SEANC is here to help this holiday season. Send us an email at SEANCCares@seanc.org to let us know about a friend or coworker who could use $100. One winner from each of SEANC's five regions will be chosen.

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Behind the Scenes with SEANC SEANC is proud to launch a new feature in The Scoop to highlight the leaders and staff members who work to provide the best services to our members every day.

This week's profiles include a poet, a powerlifter and an avid golfer featuring State Connections Committee Chair B.K. Garrett, District 67 Chair Patricia Moore, and staff member Sheila Walker. Click on the graphics below to read more about each.

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Discount of the Week Save 10% on tuition at the University of Mount Olive University of Mount Olive has partnered with SEANC to offer a tuition scholarship for all members. The tuition scholarship is applicable on all degrees offered by UMO. Want to learn more?

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SEANC Scoop: Merry Christmas from SEANC!

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Friday, Dec 25, 2020

The SEANC Central Office is closed in accordance with state holidays.

We look forward to serving you when we reopen on Tuesday. https://myemail.constantcontact.com/SEANC-Scoop--Merry-Christmas-from-SEANC-.html?soid=1134625057515&aid=sxtDaGe_Jew

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Save with SEANC Insurance Secure your family's future with life insurance from Boston Mutual Boston Mutual offers two life insurance plans for SEANC members - term life and whole life. Members can choose term life insurance coverage amounts from $10,000 up to a maximum $500,000. Coverage up to a maximum of $200,000 is available for our whole life insurance plans.

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Membership Need some extra cash this holiday season?

Recruit for SEANC! Every time you recruit a new member from NOW through DECEMBER 31, you and the new member will be entered in a grand finale drawing to WIN $250!

Also, recruit at least one member now through Dec. 31, to receive $20 per member and be entered in Friday drawings for prizes through Dec. 25.

For more information, contact Director of Member Relations Lynn Cote at lcote@seanc.org.

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Want a chance to win $100?

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Behind the Scenes with SEANC SEANC is proud to highlight the leaders and staff members who work to provide the best services to our members every day.

This week's profiles include a tank commander, a ski instructor, and a Harley rider!

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