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If you Lose A Household Member - Child Turning 22

This checklist is provided as a concise summary of the many actions, forms, contacts, and decisions that you may need to be aware of--as you transition through this "life event". This list has been developed through our many years of assisting employees in similar circumstances. Most of the actions are optional-but worth considering. If you have any questions about special circumstances, suggestions for improvement, or lessons-learned please let us know.

Your Action	By when?	With what?	With who?	Other Information
Change health benefits to self only coverage--if no other eligible family members OR drop child from family plan--unless child is disabled.	Upon 22nd birthday	Use form: SF 2809, Health Benefits Registration	Benefits Counselor	See Health Benefits on NEBS Website
Request health benefits coverage information for child--Temporary Continuation of Coverage (TCC)	Within 60 days	Use form: SF 2809, Health Benefits Registration	Benefits Counselor	See Health Benefits on NEBS Website
Change Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI). You may need to drop Option C - Family coverage--if no other eligible family members--unless child is disabled.	Within 60 days	Use form: SF2817 FEGLI Life Insurance Election	Benefits Counselor	See FEGLI on NEBS Website
Change federal income tax withholding	If desired	Employee Express	Benefits Counselor	IRS website OR Employee Express