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DC 37 Benefits
(description of services provided below)
| DC 37 Switchboard | ............................ | 212 815-1000 |
| TDD/TTY for Hearing Impaired | ............................ | 212 815-1266 |
| Benevolences Policy | ............................ | (see below) |
| Longevity | ............................ | (see below) |
| Grievances (Blue Collar) | Contact your Grievance Division | |
| Grievances (Clerical-Administrative) | Contact your Grievance Division | |
| Grievances (Professional) | Contact your Grievance Division | |
| Health & Security | ............................ | 212 815-1234 |
| Health Insurance & Pension | ............................ | 212 815-1200 |
| DC 37 Med Team/Choice | ............................ | 212 815-1313 |
| HIP Customer Service | ............................ | 212 815-7657 |
| DC 37 Dental Centers | ............................ | 212 766-4440 |
| 718 852-1400 | ||
| Podiatry Service | ............................ | 212 766-4455 |
| 718 625-2544 | ||
| Audiology Service | ............................ | 212 341-4790 |
| Vision Center | ............................ | 212 766-4452 |
| Voucher Request...... | 212 815-1234 | |
| Safety | ............................ | 212 815-1685 |
| Legal Services | ............................ | 212 815-1800 |
| 212 815-1111 | ||
| Personal Services | ............................ | 212 815-1260 |
| Affordable Mortgage Program | ............................ | 212 815-1814 |
| 212 815-7599 | ||
| Union Credit Card | ............................ | |
| Education | ............................ | 212 815-1700 |
| Retirement | ............................ | 212 815-1781 |
| Records Unit/Address Change | ............................ | 212 815-1570 |
| New York State Retirement | ||
| 403 (b) |
Illness: Members Only -- a check for $50.00 if member is out 10 days.
Death: Members Only -- a check for $50.00 to be used at the discretion of receiver
Marriage: Members Only -- a check for $50.00
New Baby: Members Only -- a check for $50.00
Bereavement: of Spouse, Parent, Child, Sibling, of Family Member Who is Part of
Member's Household --a check for $50.00
Contact Persons:
Central
Jean Douglas (Collection Development Division)
Branches Roma Ramdhan
(Catalog Division)
For grievances and job-related problems, see your shop steward or chapter chairperson,
or call:
Blue-Collar (212) 815-1010
Clerical-Administrative (212) 815-1020
Professional (212) 815-1040
Information on coverage and how to apply for all Health and Security benefits, including Drug, Opticals, Disability and Dental benefits, may be obtained by calling the Benefits Information Section at (212) 815-1234 or by visting Room 300, 125 Barclay St., NY. For Forms, call (212) 815-1531. Be sure to have your Social Security number handy when you call.
For information about health insurance coverage (DC 37 Med Team/Choice, GHI, etc.), aid in resolving claims problems and general information on pension issues, call (212) 815-1200 or go to the Health and Pension Services Unit in Room 314, 125 Barclay St.
For computation of individual pension benefits, call (212) 815-1200 and schedule an appointment six months before your date of retirement.
DC 37 Med Team/Choice offers members and retirees a wide range of hospital and medical benefits, with a wide choice of primary care physicians and specialists throughout the five boroughs, Nassau and Suffolk counties and across New York State. Call (212) 815-1313.
The HIP office in Room 812, 125 Barclay St. resolves problems about coverage from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Phone: (212) 815-7657. Fax: (212) 815-7570.
The DC 37 Family Dental Centers are at two locations:
186 Joralemon St. in downtown Brooklyn
115 Chambers St. in Manhattan
Both offer comprehensive dental care to members and eligible dependents and are open Monday through Saturday. For appointments, call: Manhattan (212) 766-4440 or Brooklyn (718) 852-1400.
The DC 37 Podiatry Service (foot care) is offered at 115 Chambers St., Manhattan (212 766-4455) and at 186 Joralemon St., Brooklyn (718 625-2544). For members only.
The DC 37 Audiology Service (for hearing problems) is located in Room 770, 125 Barclay St. Members only. Included are audiologic evaluations by an audiologist and, if necessary, a hearing aid. For an appointment call (212) 791-2126 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.
The DC 37 Vision Center is located at 115 Chambers St., Manhattan. The center can be used by members and their eligible dependents. The standard optical benefit provides an eye examination and lenses and frames, if necessary, every two years. Available at the DC 37 Vision Center and at participating optical centers.
Only at the DC 37 Vision Center are you also entitled to an eye examination--and new lenses, if necessary--12 months after receiving your standard benefit. Appointments at the DC 37 Vision Center can be made by calling (212) 766-4452, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., beginning the last Monday of each month and each subsequent day until all appointments are booked for the next six- to eight-week period. Appointments cannot be made before your eligibility date.
If you decide to choose from the list of the participating vision services other than Chambers Street, call (212) 815-1234 to request a voucher.
To report an unsafe or unhealthy working conditions or serious accidents, call your union representative. For occupational safety and health information, call (212) 815-1685.
DC 37’s Health and Security benefit package includes the largest prepaid legal services office in the country. More than 65 staff lawyers offer legal advice and representation, and prepare legal documents for members on a wide range of civil legal matters. MELS lawyers work exclusively for the union. Social workers are also available to counsel you on case-related personal and family problems. Call (212) 815-1111 to check on your eligibility and coverage and make an appointment with a lawyer. Have your Social Security number handy.
Professionally trained social work staff can help with emotional and family concerns, alcoholism and drug abuse, health problems and adjustment to retirement concerns. Information is available on a wide range of social services in the community. Short-term individual and group counseling available. Call (212) 815-1260, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., for screening evaluation.
Chase Bank home mortgages with only 3% down and reduced fees. Call (212) 815-1814 or 815-7599.
General information: (212) 815-1700
Hotline: (212) 815-1650
The Retirees Association of District Council 37 represents retirees in maintaining and improving their pensions and health services. Most local unions pay your first year's dues after joining. Inquire from your local or phone (212) 815-1781, or go to Room 980, 125 Barclay St. The association's office is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Thursday.
If you have changed your address or are not getting mail, or are not sure whether you are a member or agency fee payer, or which local or division you belong to, call (212) 815-1570.
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