Benefits coverage while traveling

As winter trudges along, dreams of warmer destinations fill many retirees' thoughts. As frequent travelers know, one of the most important elements to consider when planning a successful vacation is factoring your safety and well-being

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Assistance for Survivors

The death of a spouse or a loved one is a very traumatic event. Dealing with your own feelings as well as those of the family, in addition to making all the necessary arrangements, can result in overlooked details and additional confusion.

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Help with eldercare issues and long-term care

Is your family experiencing any problems with how best to cope with the needs of an elderly loved one? You’re not alone. In fact, studies have found that over 33 percent of active adults are considered caregivers

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Get the facts about enrollment in Medicare

As required by law, retired members or their dependents who qualify for the School Employees’ Health Benefits Program’s (SEHBP) state-paid, post-retirement medical benefits, or those more recent retirees who may be contributing a percentage of the premium and are eligible for Medicare, must enroll in both Medicare Parts A and B.

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Pension Fund Update

At the annual State Investment Council (SIC) meeting, the Treasurer’s office announced that the Murphy Administration is committed to once again making the full pension contribution in the 2024 fiscal year. Including the 2023 fiscal year, the Murphy Administration has contributed $25 billion into the pension system. 

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Register for MBOS today

Retirees can access their pension accounts online through the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS). It’s fast and easy, and allows you to have your pension information at your fingertips. Best…

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Live from Atlantic City: Convention 2022

 Last month, hundreds of NJREA members converged on Atlantic City for the annual NJREA and NJEA Conventions. The theme for the NJEA Convention was “Learning. Equity. Justice.” The theme reflects…

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Resources to help you enjoy the retirement you deserve

NJEA Member Benefits – Check out new posts on the NJEA website and Mem­ber Benefits pages. Visit memberbenefits.njea.org to see the new look and easier to search features. NEA Member…

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Health benefit rates set for 2023

In September, the School Employees’ Health Benefits Commission (SEHBC) approved rates for the School Employ­ees’ Health Benefits Program (SEHBP), from which many of our retired members received their benefits, for…

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2023 Medicare Part B premiums

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in Nov. announced the 2023 premiums for Medicare Part B. For Medicare beneficiaries, premiums and deductibles will decrease. Premiums will be reduced…

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