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Be afraid. Be very afraid (of missing big union deals)!
Don’t let all that union Halloween candy distract you from our end of October deals! Stay focused…and save big!
Union Plus Mortgage Program
The Union Plus Mortgage Program can help union members and even family members become
homeowners. Buyers and
refinancers get competitive rates on a variety of loan options. And the program
comes with other perks too
–
a grant for veterans, gift awards after closing, and a safety net in the form of
financial assistance
in case of disability, lay off, lock out, and
other eligible income loss.*
If you’d like to know more about the support and peace of mind that comes with a Union Plus mortgage,
visit
us to learn more.
https://unionplus.deals/498437
*Additional information and eligibility criteria can be obtained at
unionplus.org/mortgageassistance.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Here Are Four Cybersecurity Tips to Keep You Protected
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and a great time to remind you to sign up for the OPEIU Identity Theft Protection benefit. This benefit is provided at no cost to all OPEIU members. Below is some information to keep in mind from our identity theft protection provider, IDIQ.
There’s never been a better time than right now to review the processes you have in place to avoid the latest cybersecurity risks lurking in the corners of our everyday digital lives.
The top cybersecurity concerns for consumers regarding their personal information are identity theft and stolen credit or debit card information, according to a recent survey conducted by core technology provider CSI.
Honoring Indigenous People’s Day
Wireless Savings!
Your wireless service shouldn’t break your bank–or break up when you’re in the middle of call. Learn how the AT&T Signature Program helps union members stay connected while enjoying monthly savings on wireless:
https://unionplus.deals/qzc
Turning 65? OPEIU’s New Medicare Advantage Plan May be Right for You
If you’re at or nearing 65, OPEIU has an exciting new option to help save you money and provide dependable health care benefits during your retirement.
OPEIU is pleased to now offer our Medicare-eligible union retirees comprehensive Medicare Advantage plans through a trusted national partner, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. These plans are available exclusively to retired OPEIU members and their spouses/partners and cannot be found or bought on the open Medicare market.
Voter Information and Registration
On March 7, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 14019, Promoting Access to Voting. Agencies subject to the order (including FMCS), are required to promote nonpartisan voter registration, engagement, and participation.
As part of this order, FMCS would like to direct employees, affiliates, stakeholders, other parties, and members of the public to voter information found on the website www.vote.gov and to ensure that your voter registration information is up to date.
Voter participation is important to a well-functioning democratic republic, as established by our Constitution. Our government – federal, state, and local – is elected by the citizens. Citizens vote for their government officials and these officials represent the concerns and ideas of the citizens in government. For example, your Governor is elected by the voters in your state. The Governor is in charge of the executive branch for your state. Voting is one important way that we can participate in our democracy. Besides voting for officials, we also vote on issues. Voters may want to make changes to their community, such as building bigger schools or adding new roads. Voting in an election is another critical way to participate in our democracy when we want to support or change a law.
Union Plus Credit Card Program
Get the card designed to support you every day with the Union Plus Credit Card program. With 24/7 U.S.-based phone customer service, competitive rates, and hardship assistance benefits, the Union Plus
Credit Card program is built to support union members and their
families.
https://unionplus.deals/cmz
Turning 65? OPEIU’s New Medicare Advantage Plan May be Right for You
If you’re at or nearing 65, OPEIU has an exciting new option to help save you money and provide dependable health care benefits during your retirement.
OPEIU is pleased to now offer our Medicare-eligible union retirees comprehensive Medicare Advantage plans through a trusted national partner, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. These plans are available exclusively to retired OPEIU members and their spouses/partners and cannot be found or bought on the open Medicare market.
These plans offer enhanced services compared to the Individual Medicare market, brand name prescription drug benefits and gap (“donut hole”) coverage, nationwide access and value-added programs (like SilverSneakers® gym membership, telehealth, hearing and more).
To help you learn more about the program and decide if it’s right for you, OPEIU will be hosting an informational webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. EDT. Representatives will explain the many features of the plan and answer your questions. Please register here:
When: Oct 6, 2021, 03:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S. and Canada)
Topic: OPEIU Medicare Advantage Plan Information Session
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9POKYAn2RJ2rO29bpYxmxg
OPEIU commemorates those who lost their lives 20 years ago today in the Sept. 11 attacks.
Our thoughts are with the victims’ families and their loved ones as we reflect on the anniversary of that fateful day.
