Services to Members
In addition to gaining access to the effective negotiation and representation provided by the Association, VOA members can avail of a range of services including:
Income Protection - In return for a modest fortnightly contribution (0.94% of salary) that is eligible to income tax relief, this Plan helps provide you with an income of up to 75% of your pre-disability salary in the event that you fall ill. The policy is underwritten by New Ireland and the brokers are Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd.
Group Life Insurance- In return for a modest fortnightly contribution (0.88% of salary) that is eligible for income tax relief, this Plan provides death benefit equivalent to twice your annual salary. The policy is underwritten by New Ireland and the brokers are Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd.
Car Insurance - A discount for car insurance for VOA members continues to operate with AON Insurance Solutions:
AON Insurance
The Metropolitan Building, James Joyce Street, Dublin 1
Phone: (01) 2666534
E-mail: aonpracticare@eircom.net
VOA Contact: Marie Whiteacre
Travel Insurance- Holiday insurance is available for members of the VOA from Prestige Underwriting Services, (AHCPS scheme):
Prestige Underwriting Services (Ireland) Ltd., 8 Ashe Street, Cavan.
Phone: (049) 4371505
Lo-call: (1890) 808666
Other Financial Services- VOA members can obtain financial and investment advice through the Association's brokers:
Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd.
Christchurch Square, Dublin 8
Phone: (01) 4084000
Email: info@cornmarket.ie
Web: http://www.cornmarket.ie
Reduced hotel rates in over 20,000 hotels world wide- VOA members, family and friends can receive reduced hotel rates on over 20,000 hotels worldwide, from Roomex Hotels.
The Veterinary Assistance Programme is provided by the Irish Veterinary Benevolent Fund. It aims to promote positive mental health and to provide crisis response at times of extreme stress. It is a confidential support service available free of charge to all VOA members and their families. Access the programme by logging on to the Members Page.