However, unlike Retired-Lifetime members, you would not be covered by EEL in this situation. In order to be covered by EEL, a Retired-Annual member must become an Active member. Becoming a Substitute member, which would make a member eligible for EEL coverage, is not an option because Retired or Active membership provides a higher level of governance participation. The Retired-Annual dues would be refunded on a prorated basis . Information on these benefits may be obtained from NEA Member Benefits.
Many states also have benefits which they offer to their Retired members.
Please check with your state association for more information. NEA members may join the Retired membership for Life program as preretired subscribers in advance of retirement. Preretired subscribers have no governance rights through NEA-Retired until they retire. Also, preretired subscribers must maintain another appropriate form of NEA membership until retirement to remain eligible for preretired NEA-Retired status. Preretired subscribers receive a membership card, helpful brochures which include preretirement planning information, and the Retired program s publication, This Active Life .