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What services does the Health and Cancer Helpline provide?

Services include but are not limited to: immediate access to a full-time social worker to assess the health and wellness needs of the caller, on-going support from the helpline social worker, assistance with planning a leave of absence, health...

MSK Direct Program

When you are faced with cancer, reliable information and comprehensive care coordination are crucial. MSK Direct is a team of dedicated professionals who specialize in cancer.

Health Benefits

As new UFT members, you can now enroll online with the Welfare Fund.

Wellness Programs and Initiatives

The mayor's Office of Labor Relations and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene have launched WorkWell NYC, an initiative designed to support New York City employees in getting and staying healthy.

What to do when an in-service member dies

See benefits that may be received by the beneficiaries and/or family members after an in-service member passes away.

Special coordination of benefits for the optical plan

Does Special Coordination of Benefits (SCOB) apply to the Optical Plan? Yes. Members and their spouse/ domestic partner who are also members are entitled to SCOB.

Direct Reimbursement Program

Under direct reimbursement, which can only be used if you utilize a non-participating provider, you are required to pay for the full cost of the service at the optician and submit to the Fund for payment.

Participating Panelist Program

Information on your eligibility for benefits will be available not only to you and your eligible dependents, but also to optical service providers, making it easier to schedule appointments and use your benefits for covered services.

Obtaining benefits

Every year you are entitled to an optical benefit. This includes an eye exam and either a pair of eyeglasses or a benefit for contact lenses. Eligibility begins one year from your last optical service. After confirming eligibility for benefits...