Many of us carry memories of the holidays from childhood, remembering the joy and wonder we felt when we were young. You may recall a large extended family gathered around a table, with children free ...

Successfully fighting off a charter school co-location. Reviving a program that teaches high school students how to swim. Creating a WhatsApp chat to connect librarians around the city. These are just ...

Should you require immediate assistance with a prescription drug issue outside of office hours, please call Express Scripts at 800-723-9182. Register with the UFT Welfare Fund, which is separate from ...

What services can I receive?Short-term individual counseling provided by professionally trained and licensed counselors in our offices for a variety of concerns members may have, from marital or ...

Drug detoxification, or detox, is sometimes the first step in a comprehensive rehabilitation program, depending on what substances you are using. Detox can prevent unpleasant or fatal consequences ...

The UFT Member Assistance Program can help members: ...

The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia will host a weeklong summer intensive from June 7-12 for social studies educators who teach grades 6-12 , where participants will take a deep dive into ...

While this varies with your insurance, usually if you go to an in-network facility, your insurance covers treatment and you will be responsible for a modest co-payment. Contact your insurance company ...

Depending on the history of your use, it can be therapeutic to take a break from your everyday environment and go somewhere where you can focus on understanding the nature of your addiction and learn ...

Register to attend a joint holiday party for members of the UFT's Speech Improvement Chapter and Occupational and Physical Therapists Chapter. Enjoy food, refreshments and fun to celebrate the holiday ...

Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on Oct. 28 causing widespread devastation. Homes, schools and communities have been severely impacted. Thousands of families—especially children—are in urgent need of ...

World AIDS Day is commemorated annually on December 1 to bring people together worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have ...