Pension Benefits

1199SEIU Health Care Employees Pension Fund

Members become participants in the Pension Fund if their bargaining unit is covered by a contract requiring employers to make contributions to the Fund, and when their employer begins making contributions to the Fund on their behalf. Members become vested in the Pension Fund after five years of vesting or credited service. For questions about eligibility, call (646) 473-8666.


1199SEIU Greater New York Pension Fund

Members become eligible to participate in the Fund's Pension Plan on the earlier of January 1 or July 1, after completing 870 hours of Covered Employment within 12 consecutive months for an employer that contributes to the Pension Fund. For questions about eligibility, check your Summary Plan Description or call (646) 473-8666.


1199SEIU Home Care Employees Pension Fund

Members become participants in the Pension Fund if their bargaining unit is covered by a contract requiring employers to make contributions to the Fund, and when their employer begins making contributions to the Fund on their behalf.

Members become vested in the Pension Fund after earning 5 pension credits, which are based on the hours worked per calendar year after January 1, 1997. If a member works 1,000 hours or more in a calendar year, they have earned one pension credit. For service before January 1, 2002, the hours required may vary.