LSFA MEMBER BENEFITS PROGRAM

 2010

The Louisiana State Firemen’s Association has endorsed Association Member Benefit Advisors (AMBA) to provide a menu of “Members Only” benefits for the LSFA membership.

• To arrange for a speaker at your meetings concerning benefits, please call Jeanie Coffey, AMBA’s National Director of Association Relations, at 800.258.7041 ext. 332.
• AMBA is seeking to employ LSFA’s members as AMBA representatives. If you are interested in learning more about this position, or would like to recommend someone, please call Wendy Sparks, AMBA VP, at 800.258.7041 ext. 139.

For information about any of these benefits, please call AMBA at 800.258.7041 or visit the web site www.amba.info .

• LONG TERM CARE/HOME HEALTH CARE

AMBA will build a policy to match your own needs. You select the daily benefit amount, elimination period, and benefit period which best suits your needs for care. AMBA endorsed Long Term Care Policy features include: no prior hospital stay; no waiting period for pre-existing conditions; pays in addition to your other insurance, and no premium increases with age.

• LONG TERM CARE ANNUITY

The Long Term Care Annuity combines a deferred fixed rate annuity with a built-in long term care rider. This annuity can provide you up to three times the annuity value in long term care benefits if you need them.

• TAX-DEFFERED ANNUITY

AMBA offers a Single Premium Tax-Deferred solution for your retirement featuring tax-deferred accumulation of interest, guaranteed competitive interest rate, multiple payout options, and a nursing home waiver.

• FIRST DIAGNOSIS CANCER PLAN

The First Diagnosis Cancer plan pays money directly to you in cash at one time in one lump sum payment upon first diagnosis of Internal Cancer or Malignant Melanoma you can select the lump sum payment of $10,000, $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, or $50,000 that best fits your needs.  

• FIRST DIAGNOSIS HEART ATTACK & FIRST MAJOR HEART SURGERY

The First Diagnosis Heart Attack and First Major Heart Surgery plan pays money directly to you in cash at one time in a lump sum payment upon first diagnosis of a heart attack. You can select the lump sum payment of $10,000, $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, or $50,000 that best fits your needs. A stroke rider is available.

• MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE PLANS

The Senior Class Medicare Supplement Plan offers Medicare Plans A, B, C, D, F, G and J. Senior Class Plans pay for eligible expenses not paid by Medicare, and gives you the freedom to use your own physician, specialist, and medical facility.

• FINAL EXPENSE WHOLE LIFE POLICY

You can have peace of mind knowing that your premiums are guaranteed never to increase, and your coverage is guaranteed never to decrease. Death benefits paid to your beneficiary are tax free.

• MEDICAL AIR SERVICES ASSOCIATION

Over the past 30 years Medical Air Services (MASA) has become an international company dedicated to providing life saving emergency assistance. The coverage is designed to protect members against catastrophic financial loss when emergencies arise.  The Platinum Membership offered through AMBA offers the following 13 services: Emergency Air Transportation, Helicopter Transportation, Ground Ambulance Transportation, Organ Retrieval, Organ Recipient Transportation, Recuperation/Repatriation, Return Transportation, Escort Transportation, Non-Injury Transportation, Minor Children/Grandchildren Return, Mortal Remains, Vehicle Return, and World Wide Coverage.

• AMERITAS DENTAL INSURANCE

Ameritas dental insurance plan offers the freedom to use your own dentist or you may choose one in the Ameritas Dental Network for additional discounts. For information, an application, or rates call AMBA at 800.258.7041,

• VISION SERVICE PLAN (VSP)

VSP is the largest national quality eye care company. VSP can offer you one-stop shopping for eye care. VSP offers discounts for quality eye exams and unlimited eyewear choices. VSP WellVision Plans offers eyewear, contacts, and a Laser VisionCare program. For information, an application, or rates call AMBA at 800.258.7041.

• ASTRUM HEARING SOLUTIONS

This is a national network of hearing professionals who have audiologists in all states.

Astrum offers you a complete hearing evaluation, warranty on digital technology aids in any style, loss and damage protection, and batteries with a complete benefit package. Your hearing aid benefit package includes four levels of pricing on most major brands. Use benefit number # RTA000053101 when calling 866.988.5403 or check www.astrumhearing.com for more information.

• GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES (GETO)

This is a unique vacation condominium, hotel, and resort program for association members.  Space available condos located worldwide are available for a flat rate per week. Visit www.getravelop.com or call 877.867.3639 to check on rates. Use discount ID number 823 when making reservations.

GETO hotel discounts are available at the following hotels. Call our special member benefits hotline at 877-670-7088 and use discount ID number 60712 when booking. Participating Hotels include: Wyndham Garden, Wingate, Hawthorn Suites, Ramada, Days Inn, Super 8, Baymont Inn & Suites, Microtel Inns & Suites, Howard Johnson, Travel Lodge and Knights Inn.

• VACATIONS TO GO CRUISES

This online company constantly scours the itineraries of every cruise line to create an exclusive list of the world’s greatest cruises with every conceivable discount included.

AMBA association members can subscribe to the free weekly Vacations to Go newsletter vacations where most cruises are discounted 40-60% off the published catalogue price. Check www.vacationstogo.com for cruise information, www.resortvacationstogo.com for resort information, and www.tourvacationstogo.com for tours or call 800.338.4962.

• LA QUINTA INN AND SUITES DISCOUNT

La Quinta Corporation now gives you a 15% discount at their La Quinta Inn and Suites locations nationwide. Please mention the eligibility word “AMBA” to receive your discount. For reservations, please call 800.531.5900 or check www.LQ.com

• AVIS , BUDGET, and HERTZ RENT-A-CAR DISCOUNTS

For Avis reservations, call 800.331.1212 or check www.avis.com and use the AMBA ID #G725000. For Budget reservations call 800.455.2848 or visit www.budget.com and use the AMBA’s ID #X925500. For Hertz reservations call 800.654.2210 or visit www.hertz.com and use CDP# 1860896.

• CSIDentity PROTECTOR ^sm

With CSIdentity Protector ^sm you receive instant reports and alerts when your identity has been stolen and your records change. CSIdentity will scour your credit report, public records, criminal records, court records, the internet black markets, and many other sources to provide you with a powerful pro-active tool for identity protection. Should a fraud be committed against you, personalized restoration is available 24/7 and a $25,000 no deductible restoration policy is there to back you up. Visit  

www.amba.info/idtheft.html or call 877.274.7401 and mention AMBA and your association to receive your discount.

• DELL COMPUTERS

LRTAt discounts are now available from Dell through the Employee Purchase Program. Call Dell at 866.257.4711 or visit www.dell.com/epp  and enter your ID number PS95750248 to receive your discount.

• APPLE DISCOUNT*

Apple and your association have included you in a special program. You qualify for preferred pricing on some of the latest Apple products and accessories. Apple member purchase program benefits include special member discounts on apple products, quarterly promotions, free standard shipping on orders over $50, free engraving on iPod, online custom product configuration, and simplified checkout using any combination of credit card, Apple Gift Card, or apple Instant Loan. Call 1.877.377.6362 or visit www.apple.com/eppstore/slg. When calling please identify yourself as an eligible participant purchasing from the Apple Association Member Purchase Program. *Discounts not available on all items. Visit the EPP website or call Apple to verify discounted items.

• 1-800 FLOWERS

Save up to 15% on discounts from 1.800.Flowers by ordering by phone at 1.800.356.9377, or going online to www.1-800-Flowers.com.  Use promotion code “AMBA” to receive your discount. You will find a wide assortment of beautiful flower arrangements and plants to choose from ready to ship to your door.

• BARNES & NOBLE ONLINE DISCOUNT

Barnes & Noble.com offers members an online discount for thousands of books, DVD’s, CD’s, and more from Barnes & Noble.com through their online member’s bookstore. Plus, you’ll save an extra 5% in addition to any online discounts on all your purchases. Orders of $25 or more qualify for Fast & Free shipping in three business days or less (see site for details). Finally, discounts for bulk orders of single titles are available-perfect for your book club! Visit www.bn.com/amba for your discount.

• AMBA Travel Perx

AMBA Travel Perx brings the best values in vacations to association members.  Special offers are available on fantastic cruises, resorts, and escorted tour vacations to the Caribbean, Mexico, Panama Canal, Europe, Alaska, South America, and Asia. To learn more, or view current specials, visit www.AMBAtravelPerx.com or call 1.800.480.4080. If you are looking for some “fun in the sun

LSFA 2010 GOLD TOURNAMENT

 COME JOIN US

‘IF YOU DARE’

THE LOUISIANA STATE FIREMENS ASSOCIATION INVITES YOU TO COME ENJOY A ROUND OF GOLF WITH YOUR FELLOW FIREFIGHTERS (4 PERSON SCRAMBLE)

WHEN: WEDNESDAY JULY 28^TH

WHERE: TAMAHKA TRAILS GOLF CLUB

MARKSVILLE, LA

TIME: 8:00 AM SHOTGUN START

HOLE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE @ $100 / HOLE

$60.OO/ GOLFER, LUNCH PROVIDED

DEPARTMENT NAME:________________________________________________

CONTACT PERSON:______________________________PHONE:______________

PLAYER 1______________________________________

PLAYER 2______________________________________

PLAYER 3______________________________________

PLAYER 4_______________________________________

CONTACT GOLF CHAIRMAN:

BRENT CORTEZ    1624 PARKVIEW DRIVE   OPELOUSAS, LA  70570  337-277-9772   

CHECKS PAYABLE TO:  BRENT CORTEZ, LSFA GOLF TOURNAMENT       REGISTER BY 7-23-2010




Click here for Registration Form ---> LSFA_GOLF_2010_Registration_Form.pdf

ATTENTION MEMBERS WISHING TO BE A CANDIDATES FOR OFFICE

In accordance with the Louisiana State Firemen's Association (LSFA) Constitution, Article XI, Election of Officers and Representatives, "Any member of the Association in good standing pursuant to ARTICLE VI, section 3 (which states that a member seeking office must have paid his dues before April 30^th) can be a candidate for office.  Candidates shall convey to the Secretary, in writing, his full name, the district that his department is located in, and the name of the office he shall be a candidate for, no later than July 1^st each year."

Nominations for LSFA offices will close on July 1, 2010.  All LSFA members currently holding an office must also submit their intentions to re-seek the office in writing.

Written intentions for members interested in seeking an office, including those currently holding office, must be submitted in writing to the LSFA Secretary prior to July 1, 2010. 

Specific questions concerning upcoming LSFA elections and/or candidates seeking an elected LSFA position should be directed to the LSFA Secretary or any LSFA Board Member.

Remember, to get the most out of your LSFA membership you must take the first step and get involved.

PROGRAM

Louisiana State Firemen’s Association
105^th Annual Conference

Thursday, July 29, 2010

12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM – Exhibits Open (Cuiqui, Belazare & Arsen Ballrooms

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Registration – MaRI Hall Entrance in Casino

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Honor Guard Training and Updates (Bring banners to this meeting)

Thursday Evening

7:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies – Mari Center

Friday, July 30, 2010

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Registration – Main Hall Entrance in Casino

8:00 AM -  5:00 PM – Exhibits Open

9:00 AM – General Session (Movie Theaters). Call to Order & Announcements

9:15 AM – 10:30 AM – “Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)- Durrell Tuberville

10:30 AM – 12:00 Noon – “The Who, What, and How of Fire Ground Safety & Effectiveness”-Part 1 –

                                    Tim Sendelbach

LUNCH

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM - Part 2 from morning program with Tim Sendelbach.

2:45 PM – 4:45 PM – “Human Resource Efficiencies” – Chris Koufmann

5:15 PM – 5:45 PM – LSFA Committee Meetings – Rooms to be Announced.

7:00 PM – Food Fest & Refreshments – Location to be Announce.

Saturday, July 31, 2010

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM –Exhibits Open

9:00 AM – Call to Order & Announcements (Movie Theaters)

9:15 AM – 11:15 AM – “The Kenny Springer Show” – Ken Bouvier

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM – LUNCH

11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon – Past Presidents Meeting – Location TBA

12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM –Past Presidents Luncheon – Location TBA

1:30 PM – LSFA Annual Meeting Called to Order- Roger D. Young, President, LSFA

            Special Reports, Conference Committees’ Reports, Officers’ Reports, Old Business, New Business, Election of Officers for 2010-2011, and Selection of 2011 & 2012 Conference Cities.

Saturday Evening

7:00 PM Annual Banquet (Dress - Coat & Tie or Dress Uniform)

LADIES PROGRAM

Thursday, July 29, 2010

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Exhibits Open (Cuiqui, Belazare & Arsen Ballrooms)

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Registration (Mari Hall Entrance – Casino)

7:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies

Friday, July 30, 2010

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Registration (Mari Hall Entrance – Casino)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Exhibits Open

9:00 AM – Depart to Mansura Fire Department (Buses Provided)

9:30 AM – 12:00 Noon – Bingo & Lunch (Lunch Provided)

1:00 PM – Hypnotist Rob Rue

6:30 PM – Buses leave Mansura Fire Station for Food Fest and Music (Casual Attire)

Saturday, July 31, 2010

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Exhibits Open

9:15  AM – 11:15 AM- “The Kenny Springer Show” – Ken Bouvier (Movie Theaters)

11:30 AM – Buffet Lunch Provided – (Hall of Chief’s Room)

1:00 PM – Until – Murray Conque – Cajun Comedy Show

7:00 PM – LSFA Annual Banquet (Mari Center) (Dress or pantsuit or dress uniform)

NOTE:  FULL PROGRAM WILL BE IN REGISTRATION PACKETS

One hundred five years ago George A. Darby, an electrical engineer in Birmingham, England, patented the Electrical Heat-Indicator and Fire Alarm.  This device was a heat detector that reacted by an increase in temperature in a room where it was located. 

This ingenious device was ahead of it's time, operating by closing an electrical circuit to sound an alarm if the temperature rose above what was considered as a safe level in 1902.  The contact was made by bridging a gap with a conductor by allowing one plate to fall on another.  The connection of the two plates was caused simply by a block of butter which melted as the temperature increased. This early device subsequently gave way to modern fire alarms and eventually smoke alarms.

The first home smoke detectors were invented by Duane D. Pearsall in 1967.