We are the only statewide organization that works solely on behalf of retired educators.
What is NYSRTA?
Legislative Action Committee…advocating on behalf of members at both the State and Federal levels. – Fundamental in the passage of the NYS Automatic COLA legislation, Permanent Health Insurance Protection, and Third Party Notification.
Health Care Committee…providing information about what is contained in legislation that pertains to our health related issues and updates on current health related issues.
Friendly Service Committee… constantly helping those members in need, providing visits and gifts of necessary items to shut-ins and nursing home residents.
Community Service Committee…providing a coordinated volunteer service program for members looking to serve their communities in retirement.
Membership Committee…working to attract new members, thus adding vitality and strength to our positions of advocacy on behalf of Association members.
York State…offering members a quarterly magazine of news and important information from the Zones and State.
Why Join NYSRTA?
The New York State Retired Teachers’ Association is a dynamic organization of retired educators working together to support, and strengthen the quality of life for all retired educators, their families and communities.
Membership Benefits
Financial Assistance - The Robert R. DeCormier Memorial Trust Fund including a Special Grant giving financial assistance for un-reimbursed emergencies, The Presidents Fund, and NYSRTA Friendly Service program.
Websites…keeping you current with critical information such as connections to private and public employers hiring retirees.
Discount Programs and Services…providing access to group-rate insurance programs that supplement existing Medicare benefits: dental, vision, and hearing plans; long-term care insurance, investments, and Abenity – an elite collection of local and national discounts.
Travel Opportunities…Vacation Tours to destinations such as Europe, Unites States National Parks, South Pacific and more.
RoadScholar…offering travel adventure, learning, friendship, and fun.
Honorary Membership…granted to members reaching 90 years of age.
The New York State Retired Teachers’ Association is a dynamic organization of retired educators working together to support, and strengthen the quality of life for all retired educators, their families and communities.
