Member Benefits Continued:

TAX-DEFERRED 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, income you won't outlive, and a nursing home waiver.

MEDICAL AIR SERVICES ASSOCIATION

Over the past 29 years, Medical Air Services (MASA) has become an international company dedicated to providing life saving emergency assistance from home and while traveling anywhere in the world. The coverage is designed to protect association members against catastrophic financial loss when emergencies arise.     

 

The Platinum Membership available to WVARSE members 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 and Grandchildren Return, Mortal Remains, Vehicle Return, and World Wide Coverage.

 

More information about these services offered through your association membership may be obtained by contacting AMBA at 800.258.7041 x 2242.

ASTRUM HEARING                                                                 
Astrum develops, organizes and maintains a provider network of Audiologists and Hearing Aid Specialists. Our network was developed in-house and created for the delivery of hearing healthcare products and services throughout the entire United States. These professionals have been hand picked and are dedicated to the highest level of professional and ethical standards.

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 1.866.988.5403. Visit Visit: www.astrummarketing.com for more information.

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES (GETO)

This is a unique Space Available vacation condominium program that was previously available exclusively for government employees and now WVARSE members. Condos that normally sit empty when not in use by the owners are now available to association members. Effective July 1, 2007, condos are available for a flat rate of $329 per week and are available from Alaska to Maine and in most foreign countries. For full details and samples of resort availability, visit www.getravelop.com, or contact the reservation center at 877.867.3639. WVARSE members may use eligibility number 823 when making reservations.

                                                                                             

DELL COMPUTER
As a WVARSE member, you are eligible to receive a 2%-12% Dell discount based on the cost of the unit you purchase and the warranty that you select:

Unit Price

Base Percent Discount

Less than $800

2%

$800-$1600

4%

Above $1600

6%

If the system you purchase includes a 3 or 4 year onsite warranty, the base discount is doubled.

To take advantage of the program, you have two options:

1) Visit www.dell.com/edubuy and enter your WVARSE Member ID number, KS47948184. This is the key to entering the discount store. Once you have entered the store, simply select the unit you would like to customize. Configure the unit to your liking and add it to your cart. Upon adding the unit to your cart, the discount will be calculated, and the discounted pricing will be shown.

2) Call Dell at 866.257.4711. You must be sure to give the sales representative the correct Member ID, KS47948184, to ensure that you receive the correct discount percentage.


COSTCO
Costco is the premier membership warehouse club.  Costco's 48 million members enjoy low warehouse prices on thousands of high-end, brand-name products and services for their home or business at more than 470 locations worldwide.  Costco is committed to offering the best value to its members with a risk-free 100% guarantee of satisfaction on every product and every membership.


AUTOMOBILE RENTAL DISCOUNTS
AMBA has partnered with Budget and Advantage for members to receive car rental discounts. Call Budget for reservations or information at 800.455.2848 and use Budget ID number X925500. You can also visit www.budget.com.  Advantage can be reached at 800.777.5500 for information and reservations.  Use Advantage number 153702-FSC when making reservations. You can also visit them online at www.advantagerentacar.com.


LA QUINTA INN & SUITES DISCOUNTS
La Quinta Inn and Suites is offering a 10% discount on rooms in all La Quinta Inns and Suites nationwide. Association members will get a preferred room rate at over 370 La Quinta locations. In order to take advantage of this offer when making reservations, please mention the eligibility word "AMBA" and the name of your state association. If you have a question or for reservations, please call 800.531.5900 or visit www.LQ.com.


Vacations to Go
Are you looking for a cruise vacation at an unbelievably low price? Since 1984, Vacations To Go has helped tens of thousands of folks save millions of dollars on discount cruises!

Visit www.vacationstogo.com, find your cruise vacation, then call us at 800-338-4962 for a quote or reservation. Our fast quotes and friendly service make booking a breeze! Daily specials are also featured on our website.