The Benefits Inc Board is very proud of the programs available for Oregon National Guard members, families and retirees. The companies identified to offer our products have been selected based upon stability, quality of products and value. We take this opportunity to offer some background on the primary companies used for these programs (other companies may be used for more specific coverage requirements). As always, should you have questions, need a quote or desire more information, contact our Benefits Coordinator or one of the Board Members. We consider these companies our partners and ask that you consider them in you personal benefit packages.
LIFE INSURANCE:
ING is a world class leader in providing financial products and services to its customers across the globe. The parent company, Amsterdam-based ING Group, is a global financial institution of Dutch origin with 112,000 employees. ING provides banking, insurance and asset management to more than 60 million clients in over 50 countries.
AFBA, The 5Star Association ; AFBA was established in February 1947 with the approval of the Secretary of War, Mr. Robert Patterson. The Chief of Staff, General of the Army Eisenhower also approved the establishment of this voluntary membership Association for the purpose of providing group life insurance to Army and Air Force officers serving overseas (most commercial insurance companies would not cover wartime risk). Membership in AFBA today is available to all members of the Uniformed Military Services; Department of Defense and Federal Government Employees; Contractor Employees in support of the Uniformed Military Services; State and Local Employees (to include Police Officers, Firefighters and other First Responders) and their families. Since 1947, AFBA has paid death claims to the beneficiaries of its members for the Korean, Vietnam and Persian Gulf conflicts and the terrorist attack on the Pentagon. AFBA continues to keep its rolls open during the Iraqi War and the “War on Terrorism.” AFBA’s Certificates of Insurance exceed 516,000 with $35 billion of insurance in force.
Special GROUP Rate coverage programs are offered through various companies specifically selected to provide the best programs for your needs, at the best possible price. Some of the companies available are: METLIFE (Metropolitan Life Insurance Company), MED AMERICA, ALLIANZ, and PRUDENTIAL. As stated previously, coverage is offered for Oregon National Guard members, family members (spouse, brother, sister, parent or grandparent), or retirees. With many programs available, one can be designed around your specific needs/budget. Typically, the younger you are when applying for this coverage, the lower the monthly premium.
GROUP LONG TERM CARE
SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
“The Strategic Alliance” was founded in 1925 in Portland, Oregon. METLIFE offers MetDESK MetDESK (METLIFE’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids) Emphasizing in “Special Needs Planning” for children with physical and mental disabilities such as Downs Syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism and traumatic brain injuries, to name a few. The program will help parents and guardians gain a greater understanding of benefits and programs available.
INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY CANCER PROGRAM: Uniformed Services Benefit Association (USBA) was founded in 1959 to meet the needs of Active Duty military personnel, who at the time had difficulty finding adequate life insurance coverage that would cover combat-related deaths. The USBA Board of Directors are elected annually and comprise of active and retired members and federal employees. The USBA Mission:.."to provide affordable insurance and financial products and services to military personnel, Federal employees, National Guard and Reserve members, Veterans and their families, with the highest ethical standards and service."
DENTAL INSURANCE:PrimeStar Personal Dental Plans, underwritten by Security Life Insurance Company of America.
JP Morgan Chase & Co, Chase Home Loan, Military Mortgage Program. Chase was recognized for its military leave policy by the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve, Recognized as an Employer of the Year by the Enlisted National Guard Association (EANGUS), Recipient of the Legion de Lafayette Award, and Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award.
“Financial Freedom” the Reverse Mortgage Specialist, a Subsidiary of IndyMac Bank FSB . Specific programs offered through “Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation.
UNIFORMED SERVICES BENEFIT ASSOCIATION: Partnered with NGAUS and EANGUS to offer a TRICARE Reserve Select Supplement Health Insurance Program. USBA was founded in 1959 to meet the needs of military personnel.
