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Vendor Slideshow Recap: 2026 Educational Seminar
We’re excited to announce that the vendor slideshow presentations from our Educational Seminar on March 21st are now available for viewing! If you attended the event or couldn’t make it, this is your opportunity to review key insights and information from our medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy vendors. These presentations provide valuable details about the …
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689 Moving Metro Site Visit Schedule: February 2026
This February, our wellness team is coming to YOUR division! 689 Moving Metro will be visiting various divisions to provide information on the Propel Wellness Platform, health and wellness, safety glasses, and upcoming challenges. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to prioritize your well-being while staying safe! Check the schedule below and join 689 …
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Save the Date: 2026 Educational Seminar
Save the Date for the ATU Local 689 Educational Seminar in partnership with Transit Employees’ Health and Welfare Plan. This event will be held in person and broadcasted virtually on Zoom (via QR code) Date: March 21, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: ATU Local 689 Union Hall 2701 Whitney Place District Heights, …
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Hear Better in 2026: Introducing TEHW’s New Hearing Benefit with Birdsong
Your health and well-being matter to us, especially when it comes to staying connected to the sounds and conversations that enrich everyday life. That’s why the Transit Employees’ Health & Welfare Plan (TEHW) is excited to introduce an enhanced hearing benefit for 2026, powered by Birdsong Hearing Benefits, a nationally recognized leader in hearing healthcare. A …
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Update on CareFirst Member Insurance Cards
CareFirst has transitioned all non‑Medicare PPO and HMO medical benefits to the FACETS platform, effective January 1, 2026. As part of this system enhancement, updated insurance identification cards have been issued to all members. The new cards now consolidate key benefit indicators onto a single card for improved clarity and convenience. Members will see the …
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2026 Open Enrollment
This week, all members will receive the following materials via mail: Planning to opt out of coverage? You can complete and submit your opt-out form online via DocuSign at https://tinyurl.com/tehwoptout TEHW Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM We will also offer extended hours on the following dates during Open Enrollment: All forms must be submitted by Friday, …
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2025 Opt-Out October
Opting out of benefits for the 2026 plan year? Visit https://tinyurl.com/r4rah6ay or scan the QR code to complete the electronic form. Members may opt out beginning October 1 through the end of Open Enrollment on November 14, 2025. *Active members currently in an Opt-Out status or receiving a Spousal Credit must renew those elections for …
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2025 Medicare Conference Replay & Vendor Slides
Thank you to all the members who joined us for our 2025 Medicare Conference! To watch the recap, visit https://tinyurl.com/3kjzms28. Vendor slides from Kaiser Permanente, CareFirst Medicare Advantage, and Express Scripts are listed below.
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2025 Medicare Seminar
Are you eligible for Medicare, planning to retire soon, or just preparing for the future? Join the Health and Welfare team on September 13, 2025, for our first-ever Medicare Conference! This event will take place in person at the Local 689 Union Hall and will also be live streamed via Zoom and Facebook. On-site vendors …
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April/May 689 Moving Metro Events
Join 689 Moving Metro this April and May for a variety of wellness events at Western, Bladensburg, Montgomery Bus Divisions, Alexandria Rail, and Local 689 Union Hall. Questions? Email wellness@tehw.org We look forward to seeing you there!
