BUFFALO — Sometimes, life doesn’t go according to plan.
When unforeseen events happen or family expenses rise above your income, it’s good to know CSEA endorsed Member Benefit programs have your back.
Grange
CSEA member Jeanette Grange knows firsthand a little research and making a simple phone call can make all the difference in the world.
Grange, a mental health therapy aide at Buffalo Psychiatric Center and CSEA member since 2005, had already opted into a CSEA-sponsored Term Life Insurance policy through Pearl Insurance. Recently, after overhearing two co-workers talk about other great benefits offered through CSEA’s endorsed insurance provider, Grange wanted to learn more.
In fact, Grange’s auto insurance renewal was due and it was “unwelcome news.” The increase was unacceptable, and she knew her budget couldn’t handle the new premiums. Grange immediately called Pearl Insurance for a quote.
“The customer service at Pearl is amazing,” she said. “Representatives Jeff Braaten and Emily Carpenter are a pleasure to work with — they are accessible, knowledgeable, fast and friendly. I ended up saving more than $200 per month by bundling my optional insurance plans. I now have a new life insurance policy, the Group Comprehensive Accident Plan (CAP), plus auto and renters’ insurance.”
Grange takes advantage of other CSEA member benefits as well. “I am enrolled in the $10,000 Accidental Death Benefit, and use the Purchasing Power program,” she said. “I use my added savings to help cushion my grocery bill. I couldn’t be happier. CSEA membership has its benefits.”
Braaten
Braaten, a Pearl Insurance representative in Western New York, said insurance and health needs change over time. “We have group-buying power to protect members from financial hardships if they arise,” he said. “Over time, you may also require more frequent health checkups and your chances of requiring hospital visits and home care support are greater as you age. CSEA’s insurance solutions can help ensure you and your family are not burdened with unmanageable bills. I know firsthand our optional insurance programs will definitely improve your bottom line and better your standard of living —that’s a fact.”
Grange said, as a working person just trying to make ends meet, Pearl Insurance has been a lifesaver.
“The best part is CSEA makes it so easy to pay your premiums with convenient payroll deduction — no bills to pay, no checks to write and no missed payments,” she said. “It has been a real stress reliever.”
To find out more about CSEA-endorsed insurance programs and services, visit cseainsurance.com or call the CSEA Insurance Group Administrator at 518-640-8100.
— Ove Overmyer
