FlyteHealth Benefit Offers a New Approach to Health Management | | |
Effective this month, the Benefit Funds will offer a comprehensive health-management program, in partnership with FlyteHealth, for eligible members and their adult dependents. FlyteHealth physicians, nurse practitioners and registered dietitians connect with participants to help them manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, as well as support weight loss. Using the FlyteHealth patient mobile app, participants meet with a doctor to develop a personalized treatment plan with regular check-ins to monitor progress. Each plan is based on the participant’s health history, genetics and willingness to make lifestyle changes.
To qualify, members and their adult dependents must:
- Receive medical coverage and prescription drug coverage through the Benefit Funds*
- Have a current or previous body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or have a current or previous BMI of 27 or higher in addition to a related health condition
- Reside in the United States
The Benefit Funds will notify members when enrollment begins.
*Excluding Rochester and Greater New York-New Jersey
| | Pension Funds Begin 2025 Pension Verification Program | | The Pension Funds have launched their 2025 Pension Verification Program, again conducted by HMS, a firm that specializes in benefit information verification. The program will verify pension information for 1199SEIU retirees ages 65 and up and their designated beneficiaries to protect benefit dollars and ensure that members and their beneficiaries continue to receive the pension they have earned. | | Training and Employment Funds’ CPT Program Continues Recruitment Efforts | | |
The demand for nursing home workers has never been greater. The Career Pathways Training (CPT) program was established to help healthcare workers expand their skills, advance their careers and make a lasting impact in their communities—all at no cost to them or their employers. This program also provides a pathway for new individuals to enter the industry, offering the training needed to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and other resident-facing occupations.
The CPT Program, awarded via a state contract to New York State Workforce Investment Organizations including the Training and Employment Funds (TEF), is designed to train and place workers into stable, family-sustaining healthcare careers, including occupations with critical workforce shortages in skilled nursing facilities. The CPT program provides:
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Access to education – The CPT program covers the full cost of training and certification, plus a book stipend, removing financial barriers to incumbent workers pursuing higher-level roles and community participants entering the healthcare field, such as those becoming LPNs.
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Pathways for advancement – Whether workers seek to become LPNs, nurses or social workers, the program provides the necessary training to move up the career ladder.
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Economic mobility and job security – With recognized qualifications and career-building skills, participants gain access to higher wages, greater job stability and long-term financial security.
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Improved resident care – By equipping workers with advanced skills and specialized training, the CPT program enhances the quality of care, ensuring better outcomes for residents.
For more information, visit www.TEFCPT.org.
| | Child Care Funds’ Holiday Sleep-Away Programs a Hit with Members | | |
The Child Care Funds (CCF) held their Holiday Sleep-Away Program (HSAP) from February 17 to February 21, while the Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Program (T-HSAP) ran from February 15 to February 21. A total of 86 children attended HSAP, which serves youth ages 8 to 13, and 33 teenagers attended T-HSAP, which serves youth ages 14 to 17.
Campers took part in low ropes challenge courses, maple syruping, robotics, games, team sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, movie night, and big brother/big sister mentorships between the HSAP and T-HSAP participants. Both programs were operated by Hands In 4 Youth, the home of Camp Vacamas, in West Milford, New Jersey. Of the members responding to the HSAP and T-HSAP Winter Session Satisfaction Survey, 84 percent said the program had a positive impact on their child. In addition, 68 percent said they were likely or extremely likely to apply for the program again. “My child thoroughly enjoyed the experience,” said one member, “and can’t wait to return in the spring.” For more information about HSAP and T-HSAP, members can visit CCFs’ website or email HSAP@1199Funds.org.
| | The Institute for Continuing Education Presents Upcoming Programs | | |
The Greater New York Education Fund strengthens the healthcare delivery system by offering 1199SEIU members training and education programs designed to help improve patient outcomes and provide quality care. Please share these opportunities with members at your institution or facility. (The full schedule is available on the program calendar.)
Diabetes Management: Types 1 and 2
Saturday, April 12
8:45 am to 4:30 pm
This interprofessional symposium will focus on the types and diagnosis of diabetes, diabetes and kidney disease, diabetes pharmacotherapy, diabetes management in the hospital, and diabetes self-management education and support.
For more information, members should visit the Institute for Continuing Education’s web page, call (212) 894-4390 or email Institute@1199Funds.org.
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