Financial and Wellness Resources for NATCA Members

NATCA Members:

We know that as the shutdown continues, the financial strain of this situation is both real and immediate. You are facing stress, fatigue, and the impossible task of deciding which basic needs to be prioritized: rent or mortgage, childcare, gas, or groceries.

It is not normal, and it is certainly not acceptable. To help ease some of these burdens, we have compiled an updated list of resources available to our members to address some of the mental health and financial impacts of this situation.

SkyOne 

SkyOne is offering an emergency relief loan of up to $5,000 for NATCA members with a SkyOne account with funds available in as little as one business day. 

SkyOne is also offering members with existing loans the opportunity to re-write their existing SkyOne loans at the same rate regardless of their current credit score with 90 days to make the 1st payment. For information, please contact Katia Santos at [email protected].

Union Plus 

NATCA members with a personal loan, mortgage, or credit card through Union Plus may be eligible for hardship assistance.

UNUM

Unum has indicated that the long term disability coverage it provides will not lapse if you are unable to pay premiums through the shutdown. 

Employee Assistance Program – Magellan 

FAA employees have access to a wide variety of free services through Magellan. Magellan offers guidance and support during major life events or just day-to-day challenges. Call (800) 234-1327 for any issue. 

Other resources available through Magellan include:

• Counseling: Magellan offers up to eight free counseling sessions per issue, per 12-month period.
• Legal Consultation: Magellan offers a free 60-minute legal consultation, including but not limited to, wills and trusts, estate planning, family law, and other standard legal services.
• Financial Resources: Magellan offers confidential financial well-being programs, including but not limited to, paying off debt, managing student loans, or planning for retirement.
• LifeMart Grocery Discounts: LifeMart is a members-only discount program that offers savings on groceries and other everyday essentials. You can access these benefits through the Work-Life Services page of the Magellan website, or download the LifeMart app. 

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)

We know that this shutdown is incredibly stressful for our members. Examples of potential stress and distractions caused by the shutdown include added worry about meeting financial obligations, paying medical bills, or simply putting gas in your car to get to and from work. The NATCA CISM team provides confidential, non-judgmental, peer-to-peer support in the wake of stressful events to promote recovery following a difficult experience. If the stress is impacting your ability to focus at work, you can reach a CISM peer via the CISM hotline at (202) 505-CISM or by email at [email protected].

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service has created a resources page for federal employees with links to mental health and financial services including shutdown grants for federal employees.

Payment Deferrals or Extensions

Contact your lenders, credit card companies, and utility providers to explain your situation and request payment deferrals or extensions.

For more information about these benefits and other information relevant to the shutdown, please visit the Shutdown Resources page on NATCA’s website. If you have additional questions related to the shutdown, you may send them to [email protected].

AT&T

AT&T is offering flexible payment arrangements for federal workers during the shutdown.

American Bankers Association (ABA)

The ABA has compiled a list of publicly announced steps banks have taken to assist customers during the shutdown.

Feeding America

Feeding America has a network of local food banks searchable by zip code.

Free Meal at TGI Fridays

Air Traffic Controllers eat free at TGI Fridays nationwide during the shutdown with a valid ID. 

Please contact your Regional Leadership with questions about these resources.