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SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar 12/7 @ 5am ET
DESCRIPTION:Join AFSPA’s COO\, Kyle Longton\, REBC\, for this virtual open season event. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program\, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program\, and your FSAFEDS options. In addition\, join us to discuss the Foreign Service Benefit Plan\, ancillary options\, and programs to support your lifelong health and wellness. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-12-7-5am-et/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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SUMMARY:Virtual Benefits Fair Live Chat
DESCRIPTION:2021 Virtual Benefits Fair\nRegister to attend the 2021 Virtual Benefits Fair to chat with FSBP Health Benefits Officers\, review 2022 plan details\, and get the information you need in one convenient online location. \n2021 Federal Benefits Open Season\nNovember 8 — December 13\nChat Days: Nov 12\, Nov 19\, Dec 1\, and Dec 8 \nRegister or log in here
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/virtual-benefits-fair-live-chat/2021-12-08/
LOCATION:Federal Virtual Benefits Fair
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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UID:10000369-1639000800-1639004400@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar 12/8 @ 10pm ET
DESCRIPTION:Join AFSPA’s COO\, Kyle Longton\, REBC\, for this virtual open season event. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program\, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program\, and your FSAFEDS options. In addition\, join us to discuss the Foreign Service Benefit Plan\, ancillary options\, and programs to support your lifelong health and wellness. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-12-8-10pm-et/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T130000
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SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar 12/9 @ 1pm ET
DESCRIPTION:Join AFSPA’s COO\, Kyle Longton\, REBC\, for this virtual open season event. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program\, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program\, and your FSAFEDS options. In addition\, join us to discuss the Foreign Service Benefit Plan\, ancillary options\, and programs to support your lifelong health and wellness. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-12-9-1pm-et/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T133518Z
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SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar 12/9 @ 10pm ET
DESCRIPTION:Join AFSPA’s COO\, Kyle Longton\, REBC\, for this virtual open season event. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program\, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program\, and your FSAFEDS options. In addition\, join us to discuss the Foreign Service Benefit Plan\, ancillary options\, and programs to support your lifelong health and wellness. \nClick here to register. 
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-12-9-10pm-et/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar 12/10 @ 3pm ET
DESCRIPTION:Join AFSPA’s COO\, Kyle Longton\, REBC\, for this virtual open season event. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program\, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program\, and your FSAFEDS options. In addition\, join us to discuss the Foreign Service Benefit Plan\, ancillary options\, and programs to support your lifelong health and wellness. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-12-10-3pm-et/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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SUMMARY:Financial Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
DESCRIPTION:Financial Challenges of the Sandwich Generation discusses issues faced by those caring for children and parents at the same time. Register here.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/financial-challenges-of-the-sandwich-generation/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T120000
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SUMMARY:Medicare and the FEHB
DESCRIPTION:Join the American Foreign Service Protective Association (AFSPA) for an in-depth educational webinar – Medicare and the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB). AFSPA’s own CEO Paula Jakub will lead this interactive session for AFSPA members and their interested colleagues. Click here to register. \nThis online presentation’s purpose is to help answer the difficult questions you may have. \nThis webinar will help you: \n\nDefine Medicare regulations and important health care terms\nUnderstand how your FEHB plan coordinates with Medicare\nDifferentiate between Medicare Parts A\, B\, C\, & D; and the costs associated with each Part\nLearn how FEHB coverage works for Federal retirees who do not take Medicare\nGain the knowledge needed to make this important health care decision.\n\nYou may learn how to use your Federal health benefits and Medicare together to get more complete coverage and save money. It is never too early to start considering your options.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/medicare-and-the-fehb-2/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Medicare
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SUMMARY:The Basics of Everyday Finance
DESCRIPTION:This free webinar\, offered by our partner\, Prudential\, covers the basics of budgeting\, banking and credit\, and then builds on the basics with an introduction to understanding investments and planning for retirement. We may share the fact that you attended a Pathways seminar with your employer. If we do so\, we will share only your name\, address of the seminar (if applicable) and date of attendance. Register here.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/the-basics-of-everyday-finance/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T130000
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CREATED:20220120T220936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T220938Z
UID:10000452-1645534800-1645538400@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for College Funding
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide strategies to save for college\, including 529 College Savings Plans and Coverdell Education Savings Accounts. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/strategies-for-college-funding/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220304T133000
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CREATED:20220202T232737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T232738Z
UID:10000448-1646393400-1646400600@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Annual AFSPA Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually at our 2022 Annual AFSPA Member Meeting to hear about the successes and challenges we faced together in 2021\, look to our 2022 priorities\, and explore the benefits of being an AFSPA member. Click here to register. \nGain valuable insights on these topics: \n\nFEHB Program Initiatives\nAFSPA/FSBP Updates\nCOVID-19 Updates\nMedicare Updates\nSenior Living Foundation\n\nKeynote Speaker  \n Jonathan S. Rubens is the Chief Medical Officer of ActiveHealth Management and leads a team of physicians\, pharmacists\, and nurses promoting evidence-based patient care. He brings more than 25 years of experience as a physician leader in both academic and community settings.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/annual-afspa-member-meeting/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,Foreign Service Benefit Plan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T130000
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SUMMARY:Women & Money - Taking Control of Your Financial Future
DESCRIPTION:This session will cover results and observations from Prudential’s research study “Financial Experiences and Behaviors Among Women” and provide an action plan for women to take control of their financial future. Register now!
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/women-money-taking-control-of-your-financial-future/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220419T130000
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UID:10000443-1650373200-1650376800@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Your Children Good Money Habits
DESCRIPTION:This webinar teaches children about basic money management. This session will look at some age-by-age questions and lessons to help you reinforce your family’s values about spending\, giving\, and saving. Register now!
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/teaching-your-children-good-money-habits-2/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T143000
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UID:10000373-1652274000-1652279400@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Estate Planning for the Foreign Affairs Community
DESCRIPTION:The mobile foreign affairs lifestyle gives rise to unique legal implications for foreign affairs agency employees and their Eligible Family Members. This workshop includes a panel of experts provided by the American Foreign Service Protective Association to discuss contingency planning. Register now.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/estate-planning-for-the-foreign-affairs-community/
CATEGORIES:Estate Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T140000
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SUMMARY:Financial Conversations Before Saying "I Do"
DESCRIPTION:This webinar explores topics such as budgeting and debt management\, which should be discussed before tying the knot. Register now!
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/financial-conversations-before-saying-i-do/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220524T013135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T013513Z
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SUMMARY:AFSPA Live
DESCRIPTION:Join our first AFSPA Live show on Thursday\, May 26th at 11 am ET! AFSPA Live is a new monthly ‘live’ video podcast where members can ask live questions and get real-time answers from AFSPA leaders. \nIf you’ve been listening to our recent episodes of the AFSPA Talks podcast\, we’ve been talking about our uniquely designed Ancillary Insurance Programs (AIP) which include critical illness insurance\, disability\, dental\, life insurance\, etc. I know many of you may have some questions about or want to know more about how our programs can benefit you and your family. Well\, this is your opportunity to ask your questions ‘live’ on the show! \nAFSPA Sr. Director of AIP\, Adrienne Coleman-Seabrooks\, and I\, will be on AFSPA Live on May 26 at 11 am ET for a 30-minute Q&A session to answer your questions about our AIP programs\, or if you just have a general question to ask us.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/afspa-live/
CATEGORIES:Ancillary Insurance Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220302T234900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T235512Z
UID:10000371-1655816400-1655820000@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting and Building Emergency Savings
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides a roadmap to make the most of the money you earn\, how much you spend and save\, as well and how an emergency savings fund will help you prepare for unexpected expenses or loss of income. Register now!
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/budgeting-and-building-emergency-savings/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T130000
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CREATED:20220525T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T090755Z
UID:10000375-1656417600-1656421200@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Movement is Medicine (Pain Management) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This wellness event was originally scheduled for presentation on June 9\, 2022\, but was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. Movement is Medicine will now be presented on Tuesday\, June 28 at 12 pm ET. Thank you to all previous registrants for your patience. Please register again to ensure you receive a link to view the event. Register for this webinar in advance.  \n\nThe Foreign Service Benefit Plan is partnering with Hinge Health to host a wellness webinar titled Movement is Medicine. Chronic pain is complex. The way someone experiences pain and how it impacts their life depends on a range of reasons from physical to social or psychological factors. \nThis webinar will help you: \n\nIdentify factors that may be impacting your pain\nLearn about the benefits of exercise therapy and how to incorporate it into your life\nDevelop and follow a structured exercise plan\n\nUltimately\, this webinar will explain pain and help you prevent and/or manage pain by developing habits to positively affect your overall well-being.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/movement-is-medicine-pain-management-webinar/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Pain Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220302T235416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T235418Z
UID:10000372-1658408400-1658412000@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
DESCRIPTION:This webinar discusses the types and warning signs of this growing crime\, as well as how to report incidents. Register now!
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/protecting-yourself-from-identity-theft-2/
CATEGORIES:Financial Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220721T115530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T120105Z
UID:10000378-1659006000-1659007800@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:AFSPA Live Q&A Session: FSBP and Overseas Care
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an AFSPA Live Q&A Session on July 28 at 11:00am ET | Topic: FSBP & Overseas Care\n\nWe will be streaming live on our social channels\, Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube on July 28th at 11:00am ET. You won’t want to miss this conversation! \n\nWatch the show at www.youtube.com/afspacares.\n\nHere are 3 ways to join the AFSPA Live Q&A Session conversation:\n\nAsk a live question on the show.  Complete this form (https://forms.office.com/r/r9gV185jdM) and we’ll email you the link to enter our AFSPA Live show on July 28 to ask your question ‘live.’ \n Leave your question(s) in the comment section on social media. If you’re on social media\, “like\, follow\, and/or subscribe” to our social channels on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube. We’ll be streaming AFSPA Live on each platform on July 28 at 11:00 am ET. \nCall a toll-free number and leave a voicemail with your question. You can send your question(s) to us in advance\, and it will be answered on the live show. Call 1-888-435-0757 to leave a voicemail message with your question(s). In your message\, tell us your name\, where you’re calling from\, and state your question(s).
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/afspa-live-qa-session-fsbp-and-overseas-care/
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Overseas care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220623T092111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T092113Z
UID:10000376-1661259600-1661263200@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Managing Healthcare Costs in Retirement
DESCRIPTION:This session delves into the fundamentals of Medicare and provides insights into how to cover healthcare costs in retirement. Register for this webinar in advance. 
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/managing-healthcare-costs-in-retirement/
CATEGORIES:Aging,Financial Wellness,Medicare,Retirement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220822T130820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T144351Z
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SUMMARY:AFSPA Live Q&A Session: FSBP and Children's Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an AFSPA Live Q&A Session on August 25 at 11:00am ET | Topic: FSBP & Children’s Health Care\n\nWe will be streaming live on our social channels\, Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube on August 25 at 11:00am ET. You won’t want to miss this conversation!\n\n\nWatch the show at www.youtube.com/afspacares.\n\n\nHere are 3 ways to join the AFSPA Live Q&A Session conversation:\n\n\nAsk a live question on the show.  Complete this form (https://forms.office.com/r/MxaD5JqdWv) and we’ll email you the link to enter our AFSPA Live show on August 25 to ask your question ‘live.’\n Leave your question(s) in the comment section on social media. If you’re on social media\, “like\, follow\, and/or subscribe” to our social channels on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube. We’ll be streaming AFSPA Live on each platform on July 28 at 11:00 am ET.\nCall a toll-free number and leave a voicemail with your question. You can send your question(s) to us in advance\, and it will be answered on the live show. Call 1-888-435-0757 to leave a voicemail message with your question(s). In your message\, tell us your name\, where you’re calling from\, and state your question(s).
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/afspa-live-qa-session-fsbp-and-childrens-health/
CATEGORIES:Children's Health,Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Health and Fitness,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220623T092806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T092807Z
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SUMMARY:What You Should Know About Life Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Life Insurance isn’t just to pay for final expenses – in fact\, it can be used in multiple ways. This session will uncover uses for life insurance and help you determine how much life insurance you may need\, as well as\, provide an overview of the different types to consider. Register in advance.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/what-you-should-know-about-life-insurance/
CATEGORIES:Ancillary Insurance Programs,Life Insurance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220901T032855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T034528Z
UID:10000454-1663678800-1663696800@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:2022 Planning for Change
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to seeing you in-person or online on Tuesday\, September 20. The Senior Living Foundation’s bi-annual event helps our Foreign Service community plan for the next stage of life. This year\, we’ve invited experts to discuss medical advances\, senior nutrition\, case management\, estate planning\, and more. \nEvent Details: \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 20\, 2022 \nTime: 1:00pm to 6:00pm ET \nLocation:\nMarriott Marquis\n901 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Washington\, DC 20001\nCherry Blossom Room \nHybrid Event: Attend In-Person or Virtual (Register here) \nDownload the 2022 SLF Planning For Change Program Booklet
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/2022-planning-for-change/
CATEGORIES:Aging,Estate Planning,Financial Wellness,Retirement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220901T031420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T031536Z
UID:10000380-1664370000-1664373600@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Financial Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
DESCRIPTION:Caring for children and parents at the same time can be challenging. This session will discuss not only the issues the sandwich generation faces but also potential solutions. This seminar will cover important topics like these: \n\nWhat is the Sandwich Generation?\nBalancing family’s needs\nFinancial strategies\nAnd more\n\nRegister here! \nJoin us for a session with: \n\nChristopher Mcallister\, CFP®\, RICP®\, Financial Planner\, Worksite Education Program Speaker
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/financial-challenges-of-the-sandwich-generation-2/
CATEGORIES:Ancillary Insurance Programs,Financial Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220922T234717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T224559Z
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SUMMARY:AFSPA Live Q&A Session: Life Insurance and Financial Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Live Q&A session on September 29 at 11:00 AM ET.  \nWe’ll be talking about life insurance and financial wellness with special guest from Prudential\, Nina Matias. You won’t want to miss this conversation!  \nHere are 3 ways to ask a question at the AFSPA Live Q&A Session:  \n\nAsk a live question on the show. Complete this form (https://forms.office.com/r/m4Uszy10A6) and we’ll email you the link to enter our AFSPA Live show on September 29 to ask your question ‘live.’ \nAsk your question(s) in our social media. If you’re on social media\, “like\, follow\, and/or subscribe” to our social channels on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube. We’ll be streaming AFSPA Live on each platform on September 29 at 11 am ET.\n Call a toll-free number and leave a voicemail with your question. You can send your question(s) to us in advance\, and it will be answered on the live show. Call 1-888-435-0757 to leave a voicemail message with your question(s). In your message\, tell us your name\, where you’re calling from\, and state your question(s).\n\nWatch the Live show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSEpV_Tw8uM \nListen to previous podcast episodes here: http://afspa.org/podcast/#afspatalks-season8
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/afspa-live-qa-session-life-insurance-and-financial-wellness/
CATEGORIES:Ancillary Insurance Programs,Financial Wellness,Life Insurance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20220920T231835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T231836Z
UID:10000455-1666098000-1666099800@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:Financial Challenges of Coping with Critical Illness
DESCRIPTION:This webinar delves into topics such as the types of costs to expect and funding sources associated with critical illness. Register now.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/financial-challenges-of-coping-with-critical-illness-2/
CATEGORIES:Ancillary Insurance Programs,Critical Illness,Financial Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20221021T203917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T204103Z
UID:10000388-1666868400-1666870200@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:AFSPA Live Q&A: Breast Cancer Awareness & Cancer Care Support Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Live Q&A session on October 27 at 11:00 AM ET. We’ll be talking about Breast Cancer Awareness\, risk factors\, and Cancer Care support programs. You won’t want to miss this important conversation.  \nHere are 3 ways to ask a question at the AFSPA Live Q&A Session:  \n1. Ask a live question on the show. Fill out this form and we’ll email the link to join the live show. https://forms.office.com/r/bZGaF9dwT3 \n2. Leave your question(s) in the comment section of our live broadcast on social media.  \n3. Call a toll-free number and leave a voicemail with your question. You can send your question(s) to us in advance\, and it will be answered on the live show. Call 1-888-435-0757 to leave a voicemail message with your question(s). In your message\, tell us your name\, where you’re calling from\, and state your question(s). \nWatch the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPiIFdbyTwA
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/afspa-live-qa-breast-cancer-awareness-cancer-care-support-programs/
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20221108T033655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T033656Z
UID:10000389-1668096000-1668103200@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan Overview
DESCRIPTION:An overview of the Aetna Medicare Advantage plan designed for Foreign Service Benefit Plan members with Medicare Parts A and B. Register here.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-aetna-medicare-advantage-plan-overview/
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Medicare,Retirement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T060000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134546
CREATED:20221019T010544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T011518Z
UID:10000458-1668402000-1668405600@www.afspa.org
SUMMARY:FSBP Open Season Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Federal Open Season: Monday\, November 14 to Monday\, December 12\, 2022 \nThis is your opportunity to make changes to your Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (health insurance) enrollment\, your FSAFEDS enrollment\, and your FEDVIP (dental and vision insurance) enrollment for Open Season. \nJoin AFSPA COO\, Kyle Longton\, as he gives you an overview of each of these programs\, OPM’s 2023 initiatives\, and 2023 benefit enhancements of the Foreign Service Benefit Plan. He will be available to answer your Open Season and general plan questions at the end. Register here.
URL:https://www.afspa.org/events/fsbp-open-season-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Foreign Service Benefit Plan,Open Season
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