AFSPA

FSBP Open Season Webinar
2022-12-06 05:00 - 06:00, 2022-12-05 22:00 - 23:00, 2022-12-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-11-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-11-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-11-17 05:00 - 06:00, 2022-11-16 22:00 - 23:00, 2022-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date
Federal Open Season: Monday, November 14 to Monday, December 12, 2022
This 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.
Join 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.

Virtual Benefits Fair Live Chat
2022-12-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-15 10:00 - 17:00
The Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) will be participating in the “live chats” at the 2022 Virtual Benefits Fair brought to you by BENEFEDS™. Visit our virtual FSBP booth and chat with a live FSBP Health Benefits Officer between 10:00am to 5:00pm ET on 11/15, 11/22, 12/1, and 12/8.
In order to participate in the live chat, you must register here.

Taking Care of Your Loved Ones as they Age
2022-11-17 13:00 - 13:45
This webinar discusses the various issues caregivers face when taking care of aging loved ones and the importance of developing a caregiving plan. Register now.

AFSPA Live Q&A: Open Season
2022-11-17 11:00 - 11:30
We’ll be talking about Open Season and are ready to answer your questions about the Foreign Service Benefit Plan’s 2023 benefit enhancements and updates. Join the conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o-uKI8lFc0
Here are 3 ways to ask a question at the AFSPA Live Q&A Session:
1. 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/rqC8HamzY7
2. Leave your question(s) in the comment section of our live broadcast video on social media.
3. Call a toll-free number 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).

FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan Overview
2022-11-15 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-10 16:00 - 18:00
An overview of the Aetna Medicare Advantage plan designed for Foreign Service Benefit Plan members with Medicare Parts A and B. Register here.

AFSPA Live Q&A: Breast Cancer Awareness & Cancer Care Support Programs
2022-10-27 11:00 - 11:30
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.
Here are 3 ways to ask a question at the AFSPA Live Q&A Session:
1. 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
2. Leave your question(s) in the comment section of our live broadcast on social media.
3. 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).
Watch the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPiIFdbyTwA

Financial Challenges of Coping with Critical Illness
2022-10-18 13:00 - 13:30
This webinar delves into topics such as the types of costs to expect and funding sources associated with critical illness. Register now.

AFSPA Live Q&A Session: Life Insurance and Financial Wellness
2022-09-29 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for a Live Q&A session on September 29 at 11:00 AM ET.
We’ll be talking about life insurance and financial wellness with special guest from Prudential, Nina Matias. You won’t want to miss this conversation!
Here are 3 ways to ask a question at the AFSPA Live Q&A Session:

Ask 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.’
Ask 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.
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).

Watch the Live show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSEpV_Tw8uM
Listen to previous podcast episodes here: http://afspa.org/podcast/#afspatalks-season8

Financial Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
2022-09-28 13:00 - 14:00
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:

What is the Sandwich Generation?
Balancing family’s needs
Financial strategies
And more

Register here!
Join us for a session with:

Christopher Mcallister, CFP®, RICP®, Financial Planner, Worksite Education Program Speaker

2022 Planning for Change
2022-09-20 13:00 - 18:00
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.
Event Details:
When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm ET
Location:
Marriott Marquis
901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Cherry Blossom Room
Hybrid Event: Attend In-Person or Virtual (Register here)
Download the 2022 SLF Planning For Change Program Booklet

What You Should Know About Life Insurance
2022-09-15 13:00 - 14:00
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.

AFSPA Live Q&A Session: FSBP and Children's Health
2022-08-25 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for an AFSPA Live Q&A Session on August 25 at 11:00am ET | Topic: FSBP & Children’s Health Care

We 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!

Watch the show at www.youtube.com/afspacares.

Here are 3 ways to join the AFSPA Live Q&A Session conversation:

Ask 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.’
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.
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).

Managing Healthcare Costs in Retirement
2022-08-23 13:00 - 14:00
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.

AFSPA Live Q&A Session: FSBP and Overseas Care
2022-07-28 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for an AFSPA Live Q&A Session on July 28 at 11:00am ET | Topic: FSBP & Overseas Care

We 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!

Watch the show at www.youtube.com/afspacares.

Here are 3 ways to join the AFSPA Live Q&A Session conversation:

Ask 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.’
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.
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).

Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
2022-07-21 13:00 - 14:00
This webinar discusses the types and warning signs of this growing crime, as well as how to report incidents. Register now!

Movement is Medicine (Pain Management) Webinar
2022-06-28 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM
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.

The 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.
This webinar will help you:

Identify factors that may be impacting your pain
Learn about the benefits of exercise therapy and how to incorporate it into your life
Develop and follow a structured exercise plan

Ultimately, this webinar will explain pain and help you prevent and/or manage pain by developing habits to positively affect your overall well-being.

Budgeting and Building Emergency Savings
2022-06-21 13:00 - 14:00
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!

AFSPA Live
2022-05-26 11:00 - 11:30
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.
If 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!
AFSPA 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.

Financial Conversations Before Saying "I Do"
2022-05-19 13:00 - 14:00
This webinar explores topics such as budgeting and debt management, which should be discussed before tying the knot. Register now!
