

You have the opportunity to buy affordable protection that may provide you with a weekly benefit once your claim is approved. PLEASE NOTE: NYS employees are not eligible for New York Disability Benefits Law coverage, therefore this insurance program may be of interest to you! Without this insurance, you may have to use your sick time, vacation time, or even put your paycheck at risk if you are out of work due to a short-term disability. You may be eligible for Short-Term Disability insurance as an active, dues-paying PEF member. Short-Term Disability Insurance Features Eligibility This insurance provides you with a weekly cash benefit to help pay for expenses (such as mortgage/rent, utilities, childcare, or groceries) without relying solely on vacation days, sick pay, or your savings to stay on track with your expenses.

It’s an affordable way to continue receiving a steady income so you can focus on getting better. Help protect it with Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance, a benefit that works for you when you can’t, due to a covered disability. Your ability to earn a paycheck is your most valuable asset. Surgery, having a baby, or even an illness or injury can keep you away from work. Protect Your Paycheck & What You Love About Life
