Telephone news line set up for 'non-wired' retirees

Published June 15, 2009

RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) -- A toll-free telephone news line has been set up for those retirees and surviving spouses who do not have computer access. People reading this release are encouraged to pass the information to those who don't have Internet access.

By calling (800) 558-1404, retirees and spouses can stay informed using this new easy-to-use menu-driven service.

Callers can select from several different topics that are compiled from various electronic news sources. Topics include pay and annuity matters, medical and health care, and other benefits and entitlements.

This news line joins the e-Afterburner, Air Force Retiree News Service, and Air Force Retiree Web site at www.retirees.af.mil in providing the latest news and information to the service's retiree community.

(Courtesy of Air Force Retiree News Service)