United Furniture Workers Insurance & Pension Funds
 

NEW
WELLNESS SITE

All BlueCross BlueShield members have access to a personal Wellness Portal. Log on to www.bcbst.com to get started today. This very important tool helps members identify health risks.

It’s 2013 – A New Year

Now is the time to set long-term goals to improve your health. Health behavior has twice the impact on a person’s overall health than genetics alone. There are many things you can do in this new year to improve your health.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

  • Get your annual physical and proper screening
  • Eat healthier
  • Exercise
  • Complete your Personal Health Analysis available at www.bcbst.com for BlueCross BlueShield Members. This convenient, online questionnaire can point out your potential health risks, and show you ways to take action now to help avoid future illness or concerns. It is the first step toward better health
Many people focus on weight loss alone when making their New Year’s Resolution. However, it is important that you get the proper screenings to prevent illnesses. Get your annual physical. Talk to your doctor about what screenings are appropriate for you. Many factors, including your age, gender, family history, and other special needs, determine when particular services are beneficial. Gradually adding exercise or increasing your current activity level can help you achieve your goals of becoming healthier. Do it for yourself and your family!
Free Medication Healthy Focus
If you are a Fund Member currently being treated for:
Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease
Taking Anti-Cholesterol Medication

to see medications and diabetic supplies you can obtain for free through mail order that treat the above conditions. They are all generic drugs and are easy to get at no charge to you.

 

 

 If you are a Fund Member with a BlueCross BlueShield ID Card, you have access to a Health Coach 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. for more information.

If you are a Local 9400 Fund member in Southern California that participates in the Employee Health Systems (EHS) Network, you have access to a Nurse Advice Line 24 hour a day, 7 days a week. To utilize this valuable service, call (800) 231-1407.
Pension - About the Fund

The Fund is a multi-employer defined benefit pension plan providing monthly pension to CWA members throughout the country.  Vested participants who begin receiving a monthly pension from the Fund will continue to receive that monthly pension for life.

The Fund was established in 1962 and is regulated by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).  It is run by a bilateral Board of Trustees representing both Union and Employer Trustees.