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AFT PLUS Member Benefits

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AFT PLUS is the name of the member benefit programs available to AFT members and their families. Many of the programs are provided through Union Privilege, the benefit arm of the AFL-CIO; others are unique to AFT and are coordinated directly through AFT PLUS. Explore the site and learn more about the savings and services available to you as a union member.

Click here to learn more about AFT PLUS Member Benefits.

Share My Lesson

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Share My Lesson is a destination for educators who dedicate their time and professional expertise to provide the best education for students everywhere. Share My Lesson members contribute content, share ideas and get educated on the topics that matter, online, 24/7 – and all for FREE. If you’re a teacher, classroom professional, school administrator, early childhood educator or parent, we have resources for you! Explore and discover what draws thousands of educators and parents to Share My Lesson and find unique, time-saving solutions for the school year.
 
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Earn your Master's Degree in Labor Studies at UMass Amherst

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Members of AFT Massachusetts are building power across the education and library sectors and influencing labor organizing across the Commonwealth. As we look to the future, we are hungry to deepen our understanding of the labor movement we come from and how we can become better leaders for others. We are the backbone of our communities and have a responsibility to ourselves and others to use our collective power to make all our lives better. That’s why we’re glad to announce this historic opportunity to earn your Master’s Degree in Labor Studies at the UMass Amherst College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. “This program is not only one of its kind, it is the foundation we need. We can only know where we’re going, when we understand where we’ve been and the Master’s Degree in Labor Studies gives members just that. As our communities look to us for answers and guidance, this program harnesses the power of our collective history and power.” Beth Kontos, AFT Massachusetts President.

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The Power and Advantage of Union Membership: Auto and Home Insurance Discount Program

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As an AFT Massachusetts member, you know that we have more power when we join together through our union.
 
Members of AFT Massachusetts have access to experienced and dedicated insurance professionals who will work with you every step of the way.  AFT Massachusetts partners with B&M Insurance to bring you property and casualty insurance products at below-market rates.
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The Power and Advantage of Union Membership: Financial Planning

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As an AFT Massachusetts member, you know that we have more power when we join together through our union.

Members of AFT Massachusetts have access to experienced and dedicated financial planning professionals who will work with you every step of the way.  AFT Massachusetts partners with Teacher Retirement Solutions to provide retirement planning services for members.  Visit Teacher Retirement Solutions on the web or click here to learn more.

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The Power and Advantage of Union Membership: Home Financing Program

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"Buying or refinancing a home is a huge commitment.  The mortgage process can be challenging to say the least.  As your trusted AFT Benefit Provider and Guaranteed Rate Loan Officer, my goal is adding value to teachers, paraprofessional and librarians to simplify the mortgage process making your home loan experience easy to navigate and be available to you from application to closing. 

I take pride in thoroughly educating my customers throughout the mortgage transaction, so they fully understand their options and feel comfortable with their chosen loan program. Whether you are a first time home buyer or seasoned owner, you can trust me and my team with all of your home financing needs.'  -- Shawn McGee

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Power and Advantage of Union Membership: Long Term Care Insurance Discount

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As an AFT Massachusetts member, you know that we have more power when we join together through our union.

Long-Term Care Insurance [LTCi] is a vital part of financial planning as it is designed to protect your retirement income and your family’s lifestyle. LTCi pays for the expenses associated with needing care for an extended period of time at home or even a stay in a long-term care facility.  

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The Power and Advantage of Union Membership: Supplemental Insurance Program

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As an AFT Massachusetts member, you know that we have more power when we join together through our union.
 
AFT Massachusetts has long recognized that the union’s responsibilities go beyond the “bread and butter” issues of salary and benefits. Supporting union members means being engaged in all parts of members’ lives, from political activity in the community to professional expertise in the classroom to establishing benefits that go beyond the workplace.  Members of AFT Massachusetts have access to discounted supplemental insurances from Colonial Life.
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Is Student Debt Weighing You Down?

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As a union, we are fighting to make college affordable and student debt manageable. However, 44 million people in the United States are saddled with student loan debt.

  • Do you or a family member have student loan debt?
  • Are you struggling to make monthly payments or worrying about student loans following you throughout your life?
  • Are you tired of getting phone calls from loan servicers, or concerned about how to tell scams from genuine help when it comes to debt forgiveness?
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