NJREA retiree Aetna / Horizon health benefits can be deleted or drastically reduced with just one stroke of a pen. The benefits are a line item in the governor's budget…
Since the 2023-24 state budget includes a third full payment to the pension system, many people are wondering if the COLA reinstatement will soon follow. Considering the high inflation, we…
Check out this small selection from our HUGE list of savings opportunities. NJEA Member Benefits offers savings and discounts from over 300,000 different partners. You must be a member to…
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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…
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…