Employee and Retiree Services
Welcome to the SAS Family Web site, designed for SAS family members and retirees in the US to learn more about the benefits, programs and facilities available to you.
The culture of SAS honors the importance of family, work/life balance and enjoyment of the workplace. SAS is committed to helping employees, their families and retirees achieve balance in their lives by providing problem-solving, coaching, resources and referrals, and educational programs.
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Within the US, an on-site health care center is provided at the worldwide headquarters in Cary, NC. The Health Care Center's mission is to provide comprehensive health care services that promote optimal health.
Hours of Operation: Cary, NC:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 919-531-8809
Confidential fax: 919-654-3800
After-hours emergency answering service (for primary care patients): Call 919-831-5051, or call the the main HCC number listed above and press "1" to be forwarded to the answering service.
Pharmacy Information
How to reach us
Phone: 919-678-8261
Toll Free: 866-827-8975
Fax: 919-678-8159
You may also call the Cary HCC and follow the prompts to be routed to the pharmacy.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location
The pharmacy is located inside the HCC, near the rear of Building W. There is an external entrance for employees/dependents coming to campus to drop off/pick up a prescription, as well as internal pharmacy access for employees/dependents that need a prescription filled as part of their HCC visit.
Mailing address
Health Care Center Pharmacy
700 Research Drive, Bldg W, Room 1151
Cary, NC 27513
Our Recreation and Fitness Center (RFC) at the worldwide headquarters in Cary, NC, is open to SAS employees, retirees and family members 18 years of age or older living in the same household. SAS also contracts with local health clubs at various regional office locations and offers additional regional employee discount opportunities where possible.
Hours of Operation: Cary, NC
Note: All activities at the RFC end 30 minutes prior to the closing times listed below to give participants time to use the locker room facilities and RFC staff time to close and prepare for the next day's activities.
Monday – Thursday: 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Alternating Sundays (PDF): 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
The RFC closes at 5 p.m. on the last working day before a SAS holiday.
Phone Numbers
RFC: 919-531-7900
Natatorium: 919-531-1968
On-Site Services Appt.: 919-531-4466
Wellness Center: 919-531-5333
Schedules | Prerequisites to use facilities |
Natatorium Schedule (PDF) | Health Checks |
Fitness Class Schedule (PDF) | Medical Evaluation |
Sunday Schedule (PDF) |
We understand the importance of leading a well-balanced life and meeting family needs and obligations. That's why we offer a full range of benefits to help families and retirees maintain this balance.
Benefit Claim Forms | Work-Life Benefits |
| Medical Claim form (PDF) | Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage |
| Dental Claim Form (PDF) | College scholarship program for children of SAS employees |
| Vision Claim form (PDF) | Company-paid vacation |
| Flores Health Care FSA Claim Form (PDF) | Domestic partner benefits |
| Flores Dependent Care FSA Claim Form (PDF) | Family medical leave and sick days |
| HCC Prescription Drug Mail Service Form (PDF) | Life insurance coverage |
| Smoking Cessation Claim Form (PDF) | On-site summer camp in Cary for school-age children |
| Additional Insurance Card Request (PDF) | Paid paternity and adoption leave |
| Subsidized, on-site child care centers in Cary (eligibility requirements) | |
Healthcare Benefits | Retirement Benefits |
| Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription plans | Financial, retirement and estate planning seminars offered on-site |
| Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts | Retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) – a health care spending account for eligible retirees |
| On-site health care center at Cary, NC, headquarters | SAS Retirement Plan, which includes Profit Sharing, Safe Harbor, 401(k) and rollover contributions |
| Short- and long-term disability plans |
Voluntary Insurance Benefits
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| Group Auto and Homeowners Insurance Program |
| Group Term Life Insurance |
| Supplemental Income Protection for Long-Term Disability |
SAS is committed to helping employees, their families and retirees achieve balance in their lives by providing problem-solving, coaching, resources and referrals, and educational programs. The below resources are available to SAS Employees.
Resources |
| Families & Retirees Work/Life Newsletter (PDF) |
| Childcare Healthcare Policies (PDF) |
Retirees have limited access to the SAS onsite Healthcare Center in Cary.
The following services are provided free of charge to all SAS US retirees:
- Immunizations, such as allergy shots, flu shots, pneumonia shots, tetanus boosters, hepatitis A and B vaccines. Please note that allergy shots require an order from a community health provider.
- Lab tests ordered by a community health care provider.
These services are available for all SAS retirees regardless of how long ago they retired. Dependents of retirees are not eligible for these services.
To schedule an appointment for immunizations or lab tests, Cary area retirees should call the HCC receptionist at 919-531-8809
Hours of Operation: Cary, NC
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 919-531-8809
Confidential fax: 919-654-3800
After-hours emergency answering service (for primary care patients): Call 919-831-5051, or call the the main HCC number listed above and press "1" to be forwarded to the answering service.
Our Recreation and Fitness Center (RFC) at the worldwide headquarters in Cary, NC, is open to SAS employees, retirees and family members 18 years of age or older living in the same household. SAS also contracts with local health clubs at various regional office locations and offers additional regional employee discount opportunities where possible.
- View the current Recreation and Fitness Center Newsletter (PDF).
Hours of Operation: Cary, NC
Note: All activities at the RFC end 30 minutes prior to the closing times listed below to give participants time to use the locker room facilities and RFC staff time to close and prepare for the next day's activities.
Monday – Thursday: 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Alternating Sundays (PDF): 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
The RFC closes at 5 p.m. on the last working day before a SAS holiday.
Phone Numbers
RFC: 919-531-7900
Natatorium: 919-531-1968
On-Site Services Appt.: 919-531-4466
Wellness Center: 919-531-5333
Schedules | Prerequisites to use facilities |
| Natatorium Schedule (PDF) | Health Checks |
| Fitness Class Schedule (PDF) | Medical Exam |
Retirement Recognition Program
A full-time or part-time employee is eligible for the Retirement Recognition Program when reaching his/her 55th birthday and completing at least five vested years of service.
Eligible retirees will receive the following:
- A recognition gift certificate.
- A retirement ID that allows the retiring employee access to SAS campuses.
- Access to the Cary Recreation & Fitness Center, Cafes(PDF), and Work/Life Center during business hours for the retired employee and spouse/domestic partner (signed domestic partner affidavit must be on file).
- Access to on-site services (massage therapy, car detailing, nail salon, UPS shipping, etc.)
- Access to public SAS Training and e-Learning classes – at no cost.
- Discounted membership to Prestonwood Country Club if openings are available.
- Continued use of exclusive SAS Family discounts and incentives.
An employee is not eligible for Retirement Recognition if he/she is discharged from employment.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement Plan (HRA)
The Health Reimbursement Arrangement Plan is a Company-funded account to help eligible retirees pay for qualifying health care insurance expenses for themselves and their eligible family members upon retirement.
- A full-time or part-time employee is eligible for the HRA when he/she retires from SAS and meets the following criteria:
- Age 60 or greater with 20 or more credited retiree years of service; OR
- On or before June 30, 2008, the sum of the retiree's age and credited retiree years of service is greater than or equal to 65. A "credited retiree year of service" is any calendar year in which a full-time or part-time employee actively worked for at least six months.
Full Retirement Benefits
- A full-time or part-time employee is eligible for full retirement benefits if he/she meets the eligibility requirements for both the Retirement Recognition Program and the HRA as defined above.
- Read the 2014 Benefits Annual Legal Notification (PDF)
Health Care Benefits and Life Insurance
Health care benefits for the retiring employee and his/her covered dependents terminate on the last day of the month following the employee's retirement date.
- COBRA - The retiring employee and his/her covered dependents have the option of continuing their health care coverage under COBRA. The retiree and his/her covered dependents will have 60 days from retirement date or active coverage end date (whichever is later) to enroll. If elected, COBRA coverage can last up to 18 months.
- Life Insurance - Some or all of the retiring employee's life insurance may be continued.
Retirees will be sent COBRA paperwork, life insurance and HRA (if eligible) information within 14 days of their retirement date.
The Retirement Recognition Program and HRA benefits are subject to change, revocation, cancellation or amendment at the discretion of SAS.
E-mail the SAS Benefits Department or request assistance by phone at 919-531-9090.
Enrichment Opportunities
- JMP® Software
- Retiree Listserv
- SAS Programming Classes
- Volunteerism
Our employees are among our greatest assets. SAS' unique, award-winning work environment is designed to nurture and encourage creativity, innovation and quality. We think it’s a challenging, employee-friendly and fun place to work. So do a lot of other people, including FORTUNE magazine, Forbes and the authors of the books, Guts! and Companies that Care. Why do we invest so much in our employees? Because it's the right thing to do, and it makes great business sense.
Have a look below to learn more about some of the hallmarks of our company culture, which were developed using direct feedback from our employees. Some of the benefits outlined below are not available for part-time employees. All benefits are subject to change.
Career
We value the employee-friendly culture that we have created over the years, and believe that we have some of the best employees in America. In keeping with that belief, we offer the following:
- Excellent Working Environment
- Casual Dress Code
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Work/Life
Having a balanced life means that you spend some time away from work. That’s why we give our employees the time they need to lead a well-balanced life. Whether through our paid time-off plans, or our flexibility in scheduling, we strive to meet the needs of our employees.
- Company Paid Vacation – Three weeks per year to start and four weeks per year after 10 years of employment
- Paid Sick Days
- Flexible Work Schedules (subject to manager’s approval)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Jury Duty, Military and Funeral Leaves
Finances
How are you going to meet your future financial goals? That can be an important consideration when deciding where to work. At SAS, it’s not just about the pay; we also want to help you plan for your future.
- Competitive Pay
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- SAS Retirement Plan, including Profit Sharing, 401(k) and Rollovers
- Retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) – a health care spending account for eligible retirees
- Financial, Retirement and Estate Planning seminars offered on-site
Health
We want to help our employees lead healthy and productive lives. For that reason, our benefit offerings are among the finest anywhere.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans provided to full-time and part-time employees
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans
- On-Site Health Care Centers at Cary, NC and Austin, TX offices, offering a vast array of health care services and programs for employees and their family members covered by a SAS health plan
- On-Site Recreation and Fitness Center at Cary headquarters and Fitness Center reimbursements for regional office employees
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential assistance with personal matters
Family Benefits
At SAS, we understand the importance of leading a well-balanced life and meeting family needs and obligations. We offer the following benefits to help you maintain this balance:
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- Adoption Assistance
- Family Medical Leave
- Family Sick Days
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules (subject to manager’s approval)
- Subsidized, On-Site Child Care Centers in Cary for children of employees with at least one year of service (as space is available) and subsidized child care in regional offices. Eligibility is based on seniority, and there is normally a waiting list for this popular and valuable benefit.
- Competitively priced, on-site Summer Camp in Cary for school-age children
- College Scholarship Program to encourage the education and careers of children of SAS employees
- Work/Life Resources available to assist employees with a variety of family-related issues
Extras
Who doesn’t like a little something extra? Over the years, we have developed relationships with vendors to offer discounts and services that our employees really value, such as:
- Group Rates for auto, home, renter, long-term care and supplemental life insurance with payroll deduction
- Group-Rate Tickets to events
- Dozens of Vendor Discounts for SAS employees
- Many On-Site Vendor Services offered in Cary and regional locations
