Did you know that one in three U.S. adults is at risk of developing kidney disease? And that common risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure and a family history of the condition? That’s why our Wellness Department’s next Lunch & Learn workshop will focus on kidney health. Monique Hardin-Cordero, senior program manager for the National Kidney Foundation, will cover the importance of maintaining strong, healthy kidneys, as well as the many ways you can minimize your

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of our past Fund Manager, Eleanor J. Tilson, on February 22, 2018. Elly, as most of us knew her in the Benefit Fund was a pro-employee, hands on leader who cared for all employees and provided the same respect and dedication to all under her umbrella with no labeling. The words bargaining, and non-bargaining was never mentioned during her years of service, and all who knew her respected, loved and hated to see her leave. El

First and foremost, I want to thank everyone for attending today’s Delegate meeting, it gives me great pleasure to announce that we had perfect attendance today. I commend you all for coming together at the table to have a very productive and respectful meeting. At this time we must put our personal differences aside and remain focused on standing strong in unity and rebuilding this Union to what it once was. It won’t happen overnight it may not even happen with this current

It is with great sadness that I inform you all that as of today, June 21, 2017, after 13 consecutive years of being a loyal Union Representative I am resigning as Chairperson of the Delegate Body and also as a Delegate of the BFSA. Due to recent events I feel that I am being targeted unjustly by our Employer 1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Fund. The actions being taken are not limited to myself as many members are either currently experiencing the weight of unreasonable Labor Prac

As mentioned in our Events page. The Wellness Dept. is looking for team captains and sponsors for the upcoming Lung Walk Event. If you want materials please contact the BFSA Office or the Wellness Dept. Registration will take place at approximately 9:30 am and the Walk itself begins at 11 am. Other activities include action oriented mission tents, a fitness station, a kid zone, snacks, etc. The Fund is providing and incentive of 2 hours of release time for those who partici

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QCR IV The Quality Control Reviewer IV Title is provisioned in the CBA Side Letter. It will be a newly created position which entails extensive research in duties and job function. Once complete we will look into the creation of other Titles and Positions as it is the duty of the BFSA to provide the Membership with the knowledge and skills to advance as individuals and as a Union. We will examine this carefully during the project of realigning the Dental Staff (see Dental Dep