Microsoft Software Discounts Ending in March
Microsoft has decided to eliminate many of their discount programs, including the one offering substantial discounts to AFA Members. They have not given us a definitive cut-off date, but it will be in early March. If you think you'll be buying Microsoft software in the near future, do it soon to get the AFA Member discount.
Examples of AFA Member discounts
- Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 normally $499.95 - AFA member price $89.95 (download version $10 cheaper)
- The above with the Total Training Product (Download) - normally $539.95 - AFA member price $89.95.
- Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac - normally $279.99 - AFA member price $94.95 (download version $10 cheaper)
- Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Upgrade - normally $299.95 - AFA member price $79.95
- Microsoft Visio Professional 2010 - normally $559.95 - AFA member price $79.95
Here's what you need to do:
- Visit www.journeyed.com/usaf (caution: it's not a very user-friendly site).
- Go through the entire ordering process.
- You'll get a confirmation e-mail saying you need to prove you're eligible for the discount.
- Forward that e-mail services@afavba.org.
- We'll confirm your eligibility and have them ship the order.
Beware of Fake AFA Endorsements
It has come to our attention that a company called "Force Group Network" touts they are endorsed by AFA (and many other military, firefighter and police organizations). The member that brought this to our attention feels that she has been scammed by this organization. We have reached out to some of the other associations that this company claims to be affiliated with, and those that we spoke to also had no connection with "Force Group Network". We will take the appropriate legal action, but this serves as a reminder to beware of companies that claim to have the endorsement of organizations that you trust. A list of AFA's trusted member benefit partners is below. When you transact business with these companies, through AFA, we have already done our due diligence and will work on your behalf if there is ever any problem with the service you're receiving.
- USAA - Home and auto insurance, banking and credit cards
- MetLife - Life, accident and dental insurance
- Hyatt Legal (MetLife) - Group legal services
- Mutual of Omaha - Senior Whole life insurance
- Aegon/Monumental - Medicare supplement, TRICARE supplement, hospital indemnity and CancerCare insurance
- LifeLock - Identity theft protection
- Identity Check Printers - Bank checks
- Long Term Care Financial Partners - Long term care insurance through a variety of insurance companies
- ASI - Administers AFA's TRICARE supplement
- MASA - Emergency air transportation and more
- DentalPlans.Com and Benefit Services of America - Dental, vision and prescription discounts
- LifeLine Screenings - Medical screenings
- JourneyEd, Apple, Dell - Hardware and software discounts
- TRUE Car - New and used car sale discounts
- Dave Henderson - Resume writer
- Recruit Military - Job bank
- Grantham University - Online tuition discounts
- Budget and Avis Car Rentals
- PCI - Membership directory
- TN Marketing - DVD collection
- Government Vacation Rewards - Travel discounts
- Veterans Holidays - Resort rentals
Error in 2012 Wings of Freedom Calendar
Please note that the Global Warfare Symposium dates are incorrect in the 2012 AFA Wings of Freedom Calendar. They are listed as Nov. 17-18, but in 2012 the symposium will be held in Los Angeles, CA on November 15-16. Haven't received this year's calendar yet? For a tax-deductible contribution of $15 or more we will send you one! Just click the button marked "Calendar" on our secure online donation form, or send in a check with "Calendar" in the memo line. To make a donation: http://www.afa.org/AFA_donation_form/default.asp?dm=g. Thank you for your continued support.
Recruit Military Job Fair
Recruit Military is holding military veteran recruitment fairs in February in New Orleans, Atlanta, San Antonio and Washington, DC. For a list of upcoming job fairs, visit https://events.recruitmilitary.com/.
Don't Let Dental Bills Take a Bite Out Of Your Savings
The cost for dentistry is rising faster than health care costs and most health plans don't cover the expense of caring for your teeth. That's why AFA is pleased to offer Dental Benefits Max to its Members. With the great savings provided by Dental Benefits Max, all of your dental care is now very affordable. For less than $10 per month, you get all these great benefits:
- Aetna Dental Access® Network
- You choose from more than 92,000 dentists and specialists nationwide
- Plus you Save on prescription drugs, vision and chiropractic at no additional cost
- Includes a 60-day No Risk Money Back Guarantee!
Start saving today! Just visit www.benefitservices.com/AFA or call
Dental Benefits Max, toll-free at 1-866-481-6289.
TRICARE Express Scripts and Walgreens
The expiration of the retail pharmacy contract between Express Scripts, Inc. (ESI) and the Walgreens pharmacy chain means Walgreens is no longer a TRICARE pharmacy network provider as of Jan. 1, 2012. There are still 56,000 network pharmacies nationwide. In addition, TRICARE beneficiaries have other pharmacy options including military pharmacies at no cost and convenient TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery. Generic medications are available at no cost through Home Delivery. For more information, visit http://www.tricare.mil/mybenefit/home/Prescriptions.
Veterans and Beneficiaries Receive 2012 COLA
Veterans, their families, and survivors receiving benefits from the VA saw a 3.6% increase in their compensation and pension benefits beginning January 1.
The new compensation rates will range from $127 monthly for a disability rated at 10 percent to $2,769 monthly for 100 percent. The cost of living adjustments (COLAs) also apply to disability and death pension recipients, survivors receiving Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, disabled Veterans receiving automobile and clothing allowances, and other benefits. The full rates are available online at www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Rates/#BM01.
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection: Member Discounts
The VA's recent announcement of the exposure of Veteran's private information (see http://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=2250) reminds us of the need for identity theft protection. If you are considering paying for identity theft protection, AFA has a partnership with LifeLock to provide discounts to Members (using promo code "AFA". We chose LifeLock because of their proactive identity theft protection. They have a variety of packages available. Their LifeLock Ultimate package includes the following:
- Alerts of potential threats (both credit and non-credit related).
- Online access to a personalized dashboard showing current threats.
- Expanded monitoring of personal information across a comprehensive network of database.*
- Stolen or lost wallet remediation to help cancel and replace your credit and debit cards.
- Comprehensive recovery services if you become a victim of identity theft.**
- Check and savings account application alerts.***
- Public record surveillance.
- Payday loan monitoring.
- Daily monitoring of all 3 credit bureau reports.
- Alerts when contact information changes on existing credit card, checking savings accounts.
- 24/7 online access to your annual TransUnion credit report and monthly score.
- 24/7 Member Services
For more information visit www.lifelock.com or call 1-800-LifeLock (543-3562) to enroll and save 20% by providing the promo code "AFA".
* Network does not cover all transactions and scope may vary.
** Guarantee applies only if you become a victim of identity theft due to a failure in LifeLock(r) service. Restrictions apply. See LifeLock.com for details. Due to New York State law restrictions, the LifeLock $1 Million Total Service Guarantee cannot be offered to residents of New York.
*** Bank account alerts require LifeLock Ultimate(tm) enrollment.
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