Letter from Lori Higgins

Applause for Bassett Decision

Kudos to Darla Youngs on her unbiased and fair article on proposed changes to Bassett’s supplemental medical benefits published in last week’s edition (“Bassett Halts Changes to Retiree Benefits,” issue of December 12, 2024). I applaud Bassett’s decision to reinstate them for 2025 and hope they will honor their commitment well beyond then.

I, along with so many others, relied on Bassett’s promise to provide these benefits in our Golden Years as promised to us as guaranteed for life in recognition of our many years of service and fierce loyalty to the institution. I understand that in these difficult economic times that changes and cuts need to be made, but I am hopeful and confident that Bassett can find other ways to do that than at the expense of its retirees.

Lori Higgins
Richfield Springs