Member Only Benefits

Members Only Benefit – SEIU Scholarships Now Available
Through five different scholarship programs, SEIU awards 53 scholarships that enable SEIU members and their children to pursue their educational goals at accredited colleges, universities, and technical schools.

SEIU scholarships are open to SEIU members or their children. The Bonnie Ladin Scholarship is also open to local union staff. To be eligible to apply for any SEIU scholarship, membership must be for three continuous years as of September 1, 2012. All awards must be for the academic year(s) awarded. Scholarships will be awarded without regard to the sex, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or disability of any applicant. Scholarship awards are limited to one per household. Applications must be filed online by midnight March 1, 2012 or postmarked March 1, 2012.

Brochure: http://www.seiu.org/members/2012_scholarships/14326.SchlrshpBroEngFinal.pdf

Online Applications and information: http://www.seiu.org/a/members/fulfill-your-college-goals-with-an-seiu-scholarship.php

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Local 517M Negotiated Discounts

SEIU Local 517M has negotiated a number of Members-Only Discounts which are available to dues paying members and retirees.

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THOMPSON EYECARE Treats the SEIU Membership Card Like Cash

Dr. Stephen Thompson and the professionals at Thompson Eye Care are accepting new patients and have extended a Members Only Discount Benefit for members of SEIU and their dependents.  Choose your discount:

**For Members (and qualified family) utilizing participating Vision Benefits:

$50 off any out-of-pocket co-pays ($25 additional Frame benefit + $25 Lens upgrades benefit)…AND…$29 Contact Lens Fitting Exam (Normally $55 – $75 out-of-pocket, not an insurance covered benefit) with purchase of contacts

**For Members (and qualified family) NOT utilizing benefits (private pay):

$100 off the cost of complete glasses (Frames & Lenses) …AND…$29 Contact Lens Fitting Exam (Normally $55 – $75 out-of-pocket, not an insurance covered benefit) with purchase of contacts

Now the most convenient way for you to schedule and confirm your yearly eye exam!  Thompson Eyecare now is offering online appointments at ThompsonEC- available 24/7!  We know your eyes are important to you and we are committed to providing the highest quality care and service for you. Our online appointment calendar is LIVE and provides you an easy way to make your appointment with Dr. Thompson.  No Login or Passwords to remember, just easy in – easy out appointment times and contact reminders.  Please remember to schedule an eye exam for your family as well, and share this message with others - it’s one of the most important health exams they can have.

Thompson Eye Care is located at 2200 Coolidge Rd., Ste. 15, East Lansing (next to the Goodwill Store).  Phone is 517-977-1598.  www.thompsonec.com

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AT&T Wireless Discounts

With AT&T, you can save with these benefits we’ve created for union members:
• 15% monthly service discount on qualified charges*
• Exclusive discounts on select wireless devices

Discount code: 3508840 (Must show proof of membership dues or membership card at a AT&T Wireless location)

Take advantage of these great deals, and you’ll support a company that supports unions.

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Discount Car Rental – AVIS

Avis Car Rental offers SEIU 517M members a discount. Simply use the membership number L273234 when making reservations. Amount of discount will depend on the make/size, etc. of requested car.

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Great Wolf Lodge Discounts

Special rates for SEIU Local 517M members at the Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Water Park in Traverse City. You must submit membership card at time of Check-in.

Click here for the on-line reservation center

Click Here for the latest promotion

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Tuition Discount – University of Detroit Mercy

The University of Detroit Mercy has decided to give 25% tuition discount to employees, spouses and children of employees working for the State of Michigan and the City of Detroit. Programs include graduate and undergraduate degrees in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical engineering. Please mention your employer when registering.

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Reverse Mortgage Services from Carol Johnson

Certified Senior Advisor, CSA
Reverse Mortgage Specialist
Aging in Place, Aging with Grace
Use Your Home to Stay in Your Home

Call Carol Johnson at (517) 881-9486 or 888-707-9777 or E-mail her at cjohnson@revmortgagecenter.com .

Carol handles Mortgages, Reverse Mortgages and Senior Issues such as Financial Fraud, Safety, Tips for Independence, Information on the Assistive Technology Loan Fund and many other items.

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Discount Insurance – Auto Owners

SEIU Local 517M now has a group insurance discount through Auto-Owners Insurance – Group #461. You will receive a the following discounts:

8% Automobile, 8% Homeowners, 8% Mobile Homeowners, 10% Executive Umbrella

Contact Maynes Insurance Services at: (248) 668-5800; Address: P.O. Box 603, Novi, MI, 48376-0603. You can also call your local Auto-Owners Insurance Agent for a quote and ask about the SEIU members only discount!

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New SEIU Rewards Credit Card

As a part of our commitment to providing outstanding benefits to members, SEIU is pleased to launch a new financial services program that will help you save money and plan for the future.

Tired of complicated financial products? Frustrated with mounting credit card fees or late payments? SEIU’s program was designed to offer straightforward, reliable products and financial education to guide you into appropriate products and help you manage your money.  Click Here for more information.

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