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IAM National Pension Plan
In accordance with IAM collective bargaining agreements, Northwest Airlines on June 1, 2007 will begin participation in our negotiated IAM National Pension Plan. For an update as to where the process is at, District 143 is pleased to report to the membership that we continue to work diligently towards final completion of all documents for membership communication.

A year ago we lobbied Capitol Hill and across the bargaining table to save our pensions. Against all odds, the IAM and Northwest Airlines reached an agreement that would preserve our old pension plan versus having them eliminated; additionally, our membership ultimately ratified an agreement that would protect a defined pension plan by entering into the National Pension Plan.

District 143 would like to advise the membership that much more detailed information will be available shortly. Information regarding the National Pension Plan, our monthly and hourly contributions, vesting information, contact information, and more will be forthcoming. As previously stated, National Pension Plan, the International, and District 143 continue to work on the final pieces of communications.

Once established, National Pension Plan representatives and District 143 representatives will begin “town hall meetings” and “road shows” to properly communicate the new pension. We appreciate your continued patience.
 

Prescription Drug Discount Program

PRESCRIPTION DRUG DISCOUNT PROGRAM

 

The Pequot Pharmaceutical Network has developed a mail Service Prescription Drug Discount Program exclusively for IAM&AW members.  PRxN offers members and their families special discounts on prescription medications through our Mail Service facility.  You and your family may be able to realize significant savings – up to 30% - off the cost of your medication.  Both brand name and generic products, as well as diabetic supplies are available. 

 

There is NO fee to join!  Simply call PRxN at 1-800-342-5779, and you will be enrolled right over the phone by giving your name, address, phone number, date of birth and Social Security Number.  Please be assured that PRxN is HIPAA compliant and protects your privacy.

 

Ordering Prescriptions – New and Refills:

 

When ordering medication through our Mail Service, use the pre-addressed, postage paid envelopes provided by PRxN, which are free of charge.  Fill in the required information and mail with your prescription(s) and payment or credit card information. PRxN accepts Visa, MasterCard, AMEX and Discover.  To ensure you always have an adequate supply of medication, order your refill when you have a 10-14 day supply left.  You may also have your doctor phone your prescription in to our toll-free doctors’ line at

1-888-779-6362, or fax it to 1-779-6329. 

 

Please call 1-800-342-5779 if you have any questions regarding this program.

 

Now you can visit our web site at www.prxn.comfor PRICE QUOTES Click on “Price Quotes”, then on “IAMAW”.  To REFILL your prescriptions click on “Customer Refills”.

 

Questions and Answers About Your Prescription Drug Discount Program.

 

Q:        What is the program about?

 

A:         It is a Mail Service that entitles you and your family to a less costly and more       convenient way to obtain medications, especially maintenance medications.

 

Q:        What are maintenance medications?

 

A:            Maintenance medications are prescription drugs that must be taken on a long-term basis; for example, medications to treat such illnesses as arthritis, diabetes, heart disorders, high blood pressure, thyroid conditions, allergies, depression, etc.

 

Q:        What medications are available at the discounted price?

 

A:    All prescriptions submitted to PRxN prescribed by a licensed physician are always discounted.

 

Q:        Is there a monthly premium or administration fee for this servie?

 

A:        No.  There is no monthly premium or fee.  You are responsible only for the cost of your medication at the discounted price.

 

Q:        Is it safe to order prescriptions through the mail?

 

A:        Yes.  Every prescription is screened and filled by a licensed pharmacist to ensure accuracy and quality.  Prescriptions requiring special handling will be sent via express delivery.

 
     

Recovery Resources Now Available to IAM Retirees

June 17, 2002 Cybersober.com, an online center for resources pertaining to addiction, recovery and treatment, is now available to IAM retirees. Cybersober.com has a wide array of resources for any IAM member or their family, such as access to more than 210,000 twelve-step meetings in the U.S. and seventy-two countries worldwide and help with Mapquest to get directions to those meetings. Other features include interactive recovery sections, questionnaires and lists of treatment providers. 

“The number of IAM retirees has doubled over the last decade,” says IAM Retirees and Community Services Director Maria Cordone. “We are pleased to make these resources available to such an important part of our union. Cybersober.com offers help to those who have given all of us so much.” 

IAM members have a special section of Cybersober.com that can be accessed by going to cybersober.net/iamaw. The User Name is IAMAW and the Password is Union. 

 
 
 

Free Book a Wealth of Informatin for Women

Free Book a Wealth of Information for Women

The Heinz Family Philanthropies and The Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) have published “What Women Need to Know About Retirement,” a 78-page e-book, available free at womensretirement.org. The book contains information on retirement savings, Medicare, long-term care and features a chapter on unexpected events that is co-authored by Maria Cordone, Director of IAM Community Services and Retirees Department.

“Good planning can help a personal tragedy from becoming a financial disaster,” said Cordone, who co-wrote her chapter with WISER Chairman Jeffrey R. Lewis. “Nothing can prevent the tragedies in life. You can’t cheat death, accidents happen and not all jobs or marriages will last. No one can predict the future, but this book can help women plan for the unexpected and help to ensure they are protected no matter what lies ahead.”

Founded in 1996, WISER provides women with basic information about the obstacles they face in establishing long-term financial security. WISER also advocates changes that would reshape retirement policies that are a product of a bygone age when men were the primary bread winners and more employers offered traditional pension plans. Those changes include finding ways not to penalize women who sacrifice retirement benefits by taking time off to care for children or elderly relatives.