Death of an Eligible Dependent
Caring for Yourself
Coping with the death of someone close to us is one of the most difficult challenges of our lives. Grief and the grieving process are very personal and unique, and talking to someone can help. The university's Employee and Family Assistance Program is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 780-428-7587.
You may also wish to review additional information regarding leaves.
Your Benefit + Pension Plans
If you have questions or need more information, please contact the Staff Service Centre.
| Benefit | When? | What Do I Do? |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Health Care | When you are able | Contact Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan |
| Health and Dental | When you are able | Access Employee Self Service to update your dependent information |
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Optional Dependent Life Insurance and/or Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Family) |
When you are able | If you have Optional coverage contact the Staff Service Centre to initiate the claim process. |
| Life and Other Insurance Plans | Your choice | If you want to update your beneficiary(ies), access Employee Self Service or complete the Beneficiary Designation form |
| Pension | When you are able | Complete the appropriate Designation of Beneficiary Form (PSPP or UAPP ) and the Pension Partner Information form (if it is the spouse who died) |