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VOLUME 4
CWA Local 1180
June 2014
Retiree Division
News
ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF CWA LOCAL 1180 RETIREES AND EMPOWERING
THEM WITH INFORMATION AND AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
Director’s Column
Suzanne E. Beatty, LMSW
A life well lived is what we all strive for. How we each choose to live
varies, but as a whole the element that is identical in each case is that
we all want to be happy. When we pursue happiness and work to be
our best selves, we have lived a good life. Sometimes though, we are
sidetracked from the path that leads us to our goals. We become involved in situations that encompass our days and follow
others that seem to have what we seek. We forget what
it is in fact that we were looking for to begin with and
don't know how to get back on track. We become out of
balance.
money as they want, but you do let them take up all the time of yours
that they want. When that visit is about to start, state your demands
up front. Tell them that you have to leave at _______. Then have no
regrets. Third: Don’t delay making decisions. By doing so, you get
stressed out and the decision still has to be made. Fourth: Don’t take
on too much. Let someone else do the work. If you have
a habit of taking on more than your share taper back. Its
ok to decline even the nicest request. Try out, “I’m sorry,
that’s just not good for me. ” Lastly: Know your priorities. Decisions are so much easier when you know what
is important to you. Its makes it easier to choose beThe elements in life that require the most balancing can
tween two conflicting projects or to simply decide if you
separated into two groups—those within the self—such
should have dessert tonight or not (guess where my prias how you think, how you open yourself to give and
orities lie! ). In short it means to identify what is imporreceive love, and how you manage your physical health
tant to you in life and to eliminate everything else. Liv(eating, drinking, exercising, and resting.) - and those external issues
ing a good life is very simple once you know what to do. Make a list of
such as work/volunteerism, your social life and your family. It is know
the top 4-5 things that are important to you. Evaluate how you spend
as the work-life balance but don't let the word ‘work’ fool you. It is just
your day. Do you spend time on your important things or do you watch
as important as retirees to take inventory in order to maintain balance
the Criminal Minds marathon on TNT? What is your home look like? A
as it is for a working person. To keep a life in balance, it is not necessarcluttered home can overwhelm the senses and make it difficult to think,
ily important to know exactly what is out the most out of whack. Just
plan and manage well. Give away clothing, furniture and throw out old
put the right things back in and by a natural force, the out of whack
spices and cans of food that you haven't touched in years.
things will be pushed aside. First: Recognize what are the causes of
stress in your life. Too much stress forces us to lose focus and control.
The overall goal is to do what you love and to spend time with the peoIt could be difficult people, financial pressures, lack of time, family pres- ple you love. Love is a verb and is active, it is something that you do.
sures, or something else. The stress has got to go! Second: Set
As a retiree, you have yet to fully explore the expansive universe of life’s
boundaries and establish clear expectation as to where your boundaries joys and pleasures. Take time to do so and keep what makes you happy
are. An important area is with time. You would never let a friend come and drop what doesn’t. The end result is joyful experiences , happy
into your house and go through your wallet every day and take as much memories, and a life well lived.
Benefits in Brief: Podiatry Benefit - Covers up to $10 per visit four times a calendar year for you and your spouse
only. You can call the Retiree Benefits Fund office to request a reimbursement claim form which must be submitted within
90 days from the date of service.
Local 1180
Communications Workers of America, AFL-CIO
Retiree Division
6 Harrison Street, Lower Level
New York, NY 10013-2898
Retiree Division
June 2014
Wed. June 4 - Access A Ride: A representative from Access A Ride will be
here to give an update on Para-Transit system. Whether you are thinking of
applying for the service or you are already a member, this workshop is for you.
Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Fri. June 6 - Salad Day: Come in and enjoy a refreshing salad. Stay afterwards for Uno! Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm.
Fri. June 6 - Uno: If you enjoy playing card games you will have a great time
playing UNO! 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Wed. June 11 - Val-Kill, Eleanor Roosevelt’s Cottage: “The greatest
thing I have learned is how good it is to come home again.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt. This simple statement expresses her love for the modest house she called
Val-Kill. The site consists of 180 acres approximately two miles east of Springwood, the Hyde Park Roosevelt family home and is the only National Historic
Site dedicated to a first lady! Then, arrive at Harney & Sons for High Tea and
gourmet tea sandwiches plus a tour at the Meir Homestead. Bus departs union
headquarters at 8:30am. Approximate return time is 6:00pm. Price: $55.
Fri. June 13 - Father’s Day Mix & Mingle: Whether you’re dad or not,
let’s mingle to give recognition to all the fathers and all the men who have
made a difference! Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Wed. June 18 - NYC Department of Consumer Affairs: Mr. Fred Riley
will be back to give an overview of the services offered by this agency. Their
goal is to educate, empower and protect New York City consumers. Time:
1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Fri. June 20 - Lauren’s Going Away Party— Lauren has been working for
CWA Local 1180 for 24 years (18 in the Retiree Division!)! She’s moving to out
of state and we are throwing her a going away party!! 12:00pm—3:00pm.
Bring any pictures you may have of her through the years!
Tues. June 24—Retiree Division Showcase! - The classes are going to
show off their stuff!! Come to this exciting show. Reception to follow. 11:30 –
2:30. Guests as well as Participants must RSVP!!!!
Wed. June 25 - Legal Update: An attorney from the law firm of Mirkin &
Gordon will be here to discuss your legal benefit. Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm.
Fri. June 27 - Restaurant Club - Ellen’s Stardust Diner: This retro
1950 theme Diner’s singing waiters are the future stars of screen and stage!
Ellen’s also has some of the best diner food in the country! Location: 1650
Broadway at 51st Street. Time: 1:00pm. Prefixed: $25.
Fitness & Knitting Classes
Mon. June 2, 9, 16 & 23 - Better Balance: Having good balance is essential to prevent falls and protect the body from potential injury.
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm.
Tue. June 3, 10, 17 & 24 - Yoga: Relaxation techniques such as breathing,
meditation, stretching and overall body toning will lead you to a sense of
health and wellbeing. Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm.
Tue. June 3, 10, 17 & 24 - Let’s Dance: Join in on the fun and reap the
benefits of exercise by learning dance routines. Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm.
Wed. June 4, 11, 18 & 25 - Body & Mind Fitness: Group fitness challenges the body and mind. Come have fun and get fit. Time: 10:30am 12:00pm.
Thurs. June 5, 12, 19 & 26 - Knitting: No experience necessary in this fun
group. Meet other members and make something beautiful. Time: 9:30am 12:30. There are 3rd Thursday classes from June thru August.
Thurs. June 5, 12, 19 & 26- Pilates: Pilates is a body conditioning routine
that may help build flexibility, muscle strength, and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back. Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm. There are 3rd
Individual Benefit Reimbursement Reviews
If you would like to meet with the Retiree Insurance Benefit
Advocate to review your paperwork for reimbursement,
call in advance for an appointment.
June 5, 10, 17, 19, & 26. Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
PLEASE CALL THE RETIREE DIVISION AT
(212) 226-5800 IF YOU PLAN TO
ATTEND ANY OF THESE EVENTS.
All events on this calendar are held at the Retiree
Division office at 6 Harrison Street unless otherwise
noted. (Enter around the corner through entrance at
97 Hudson Street.) All checks and money orders
should be mailed to: CWA Local 1180
Retiree Division. Attn: Monthly Events
6 Harrison Street, NY, NY 10013
Happy Birthday to all
members born in June!
June 2 - “Gone”
June 9 - “Sky Fall”
June 16 - “Man on a Ledge”
June 23 - “Star Trek: Into Darkness”
June 30 - “The Book Thief”
Movies shown on Mondays
from 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Save the Date:
September 16, 2014
Maggiano's Restaurant
Cumberland Mall, Atlanta Georgia
Benefit Meeting & Luncheon
A woman gets on a bus with her baby. The bus driver
says: “That's the ugliest baby that I've ever seen.
Ugh!” The woman goes to the rear of the bus and sits
down, fuming. She says to a man next to her: “The
driver just insulted me!”
The man says: “That’s terrible! You go right up there
and tell him off – go ahead, I'll hold your monkey for
you.”
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