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Free Benefits and Resources for Members

MTA Benefits is proud to show our appreciation for educators by offering the following free benefits and resources for members.
free benefits and resources for members
Published: April 2025

MTA Benefits is proud to show our appreciation for educators by offering the following free benefits and resources for members.

Identity Theft Protection

MTA members receive a complimentary Essential Individual Plan from SecurusID, powered by Aura. This plan includes full-service identity restoration with a certified specialist on non-credit reporting forms of ID theft, including financial, medical, benefits, insurance, phone, utilities and government documents. It also includes family fraud, acts of terrorism and lost wallet coverage. Family plans are available starting at $3 per month and cover up to 11 family members.

NEA Complimentary Life Insurance

MTA/NEA active, staff, reserve and life members are eligible for NEA Complimentary Life Insurance, which includes coverage of up to $1,000 in term life insurance; up to $5,000 in accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage; $50,000 in AD&D insurance for any covered accident that occurs on the job or while serving as an association leader; and $150,000 in life insurance for unlawful homicide while on the job. Visit mtabenefits.com/nea-life for details and disclosures related to these products.

Debt and Student Loan Counseling

Cambridge Credit Counseling is a nonprofit organization that helps members with debt counseling, as well as navigating the challenges of student loan repayment and forgiveness. MTA members can meet with a Cambridge Credit Counseling advisor for a free one-on-one consultation on debt counseling and student loans. There is a low fee to utilize debt consolidation services, for which members receive a discount.

Magazine Subscriptions

MTA members receive two free magazine subscriptions each year using the MTA Magazine Service. Titles vary by month and currently include Harper’s Magazine, American Road, Tread (digital) and Wine Enthusiast.

Elder Care Referral Services

The stress of caregiving takes a toll on Americans both personally and professionally. ElderBenefit offers resources to help members find senior care services for their loved ones, including elder law referrals, estate sale referrals, in-home caregiver or companion services, senior living options and veterans’ resources.

For more information on these and other programs offered by MTA Benefits, visit mtabenefits.com.

Editor: Carolyn Cassiani

The MTA Advantage is published three times a year as a supplement to MTA Today by MTA Benefits, Inc.

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