Open Enrollment 2024
This year there are relatively modest rate changes and few adjustments to benefits as we enter Open Enrollment for retirees November 1st through 30th. The changes are as follows: Kaiser…
New Research Report on First Responder Suicides Released
The mental and physical well-being of first responders is now considered a top priority by police and fire departments across the nation. The Association has made coping with trauma-related impacts…
SJFD Honor Guard Services Available to Retirees
We want to remind our members of the services available to you as a retired member of the San Jose Fire or Police Department. The San Jose Fire Department Honor…
New Association Shirts! Order Now!
The new Association polo shirts are in, and we are ready for your orders! The polos feature the Association logo over a front pocket. They come in four colors (Ash,…
USING THE ALL CLEAR FOUNDATION AS A RESOURCE
The All Clear Foundation searches hundreds of resources to find what’s most relevant to you as first responders and their families. Much of the information provided can help and assist…
Kaiser Senior Advantage Plan New Benefits
If you are a Kaiser Senior Advantage Plan member you should have received a letter in the mail outlining the two new benefits that you are entitled to beginning January…
Open Enrollment Changes for Retirees
This year there are relatively modest rate changes and few adjustments to benefits as we enter Open Enrollment for retirees November 1st through 30th. The changes are as follows: •…
Firefighter Liability Suit Regarding PFAS Materials
Previously, we informed you on the effort to potentially litigate on the issue of cancer-causing chemicals contained in manufactured products including firefighting foams and firefighter turnouts among others. A civil…
ASSISTANCE TO TRANSITION TO MEDICARE PLANS
Some of you may have experienced a delay in receiving your Medicare cards and in the mail from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Medicare. The delay is due to…
ASSOCIATION MOVES TO VIRTUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
The COVID-19 pandemic forced all of us to change the routines of our everyday life. Conducting the Association’s business is no different. Two months ago, we began to hold our…