The recently passed stimulus bill has provisions for COBRA assistance of 65% and the unemployment maximum has been raised to $430. The COBRA assistance will include basic medical,dental and vision.


  The SUB fund was at 6.97% for W/E 5/10/2009 a full payment will be made.

                                                          Tom O'Shei

Questions? I will answer any you have email me at USWPOLICY@AOL.COM

Here is a link for comparing prescription drug prices at area pharmacies. Prescription Drug Price Website - New York State Department of Health
I also recommend signing up on MEDCO's website where you can compare prices and weigh your options- retail vs. mail order.

Prescription drug benefits & orders; health & wellness resources: Medco

UNEMPLOYMENT:

Remember if you are filing a new claim you open it during the week you are off unlike certifying where you do it following your off week.