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Ninth District Headquarters Office - Hawthorne, NY

2025 Ninth District President

Dr. Renuka Bijoor

ADA Update: a new login experience

We’re updating how you log in to your NYSDA and ADA account.

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP TODAY!

3 EASY WAYS TO PAY 1 ONLINE: nysdental.org/renew 2 MAIL: Return dues stub and payment 3 PHONE: 1-800-255-2100

Member Assistance Program (MAP)

Life comes with challenges, but your new Member Assistance Program (MAP) is here to help. This FREE, CONFIDENTIAL benefit is available to you and your household, offering resources and services to support mental health, reduce stress, and make life easier. Download the app today and get started.

Welcome to the Ninth District Dental Association

The Ninth District Dental Society was formed in 1909 and renamed to the Ninth District Dental Association in 2002. We have a membership of over 1500 dentists in 5 counties: Westchester, Rockland, Dutchess, Orange and Putnam.

In its quest to serve both the public and the profession, the Ninth District embodies the highest ideals.

The mission of the 9th District Dental Association is to serve and support its members and the public by improving the oral health of our community through Advocacy, Continuing Education and Camaraderie.



The Ninth District Dental Association

New Dentist Reception

Come Join Your New Dentist Colleagues!

Thursday, November 20, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Vida Restaurant
14 Marble Avenue
Thornwood, NY  10594

There will be passed hors d'oeuvres, beer & wine, vendors, and lots of fun FOR ALL NEW DENTISTS, Residents,
and D4 Dental Students!

 Meet local new dentists whoa are also starting their career in dentistry! Learn how other new dentists and established dentists navigated their first steps after dental school and residency! 

There will be dentists in all Specialties, as well as General Practitioners. Ninth District Dental Association Leaders will be present.

Register for the November 20th New Dentist Reception!

We will have established co-sponsors to assist all New Dentists with anything practice related!

Co-Sponsors (names are links to website)

Altfest Personal Wealth Management

DDSMatch

Danziger & Markhoff LLP

MLMIC Insurance Co.

We Hope to See You There!!

 Lana Hashim, DDS
Chair, New Dentist Committee

 Renuka Bijoor, DDS, MPH
President

 


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Benefits.gov Issues Newsletter

Apr 5, 2024

The federal benefits Web site, Benefits.gov, has issued its newsletter on accessing various government benefits.  You can read the Benefits.gov newsletter below.

Mature woman in a bright kitchen prepares her federal tax returns using a laptop

Federal Tax Return Resources

It’s tax season!  This may not be the most exciting time of the year, but submitting our federal tax returns is a critical part of our civic duty.  Taxes help fund the programs and resources we require in a modern society, such as social welfare programs, infrastructure maintenance, education, and much more.  

Luckily, our Benefits.gov Partner, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has plenty of resources to help you meet the April 15 deadline.


File Your Return for Free with the IRS

Taxes may not be new, but modern technology has made taxes easier than ever.  The IRS now offers simple and secure ways to file your tax returns online, including Direct File and Free File.

Direct File: Direct File is a new tax filing service introduced by the IRS that allows eligible taxpayers living in certain states to file their federal income tax returns for free, directly with the IRS.  Currently launched as a pilot program, the IRS is encouraging participants from 12 states to test out the new online platform. 

Taxpayers filing simple federal tax returns in Arizona, California, Florida, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming can access free step-by-step tax prep with live online support.  Direct File is available in both English and Spanish and there is no income limit to participate.  

Check Your Direct File Eligibility 

Free File: IRS Free File is a public-private partnership that lets qualified taxpayers prepare and file federal income tax returns online using guided tax preparation software.  It’s safe, easy, and free.  Unlike Direct File, Free file is only available to those who earned less than $79,000 in the relevant tax year.  Those who don’t qualify can still use Free File’s fillable forms, but they will not be able to submit their returns through the commercial tax prep software for free.

Learn More About IRS Free File


Discover Tax Credits

Tax credits and deductions are available to eligible taxpayers to help either lower your tax bill or increase your refund.  These credits relate to a variety of life events and scenarios, including dependent care, healthcare, home expenses, work-related expenses, and more. 

The most common credits that may benefit taxpayers include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child Tax Credit.  

Earned Income Tax Credit: The Earned Income Tax Credit helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break.  To claim this credit, you must have worked in the relevant tax year and earned less than $63,398. 

Check if You Qualify

Child Tax Credit: The Child Tax Credit is critical for families with children, and can be applied to each qualifying child in the home.  To qualify for this credit your child must be under 17 years of age, have lived with you at least half the year, and was claimed properly as a dependent in your tax returns.  

Review Eligibility Requirements


New Credits from the Inflation Reduction Act

Following the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the federal government now provides new and extended credits and deductions for individuals and businesses.  These new credits focus heavily on improving an individuals’ credit and providing incentives for energy-efficient vehicles and home improvements.

 


Find More Tax Resources from IRS

Filing your taxes may not be fun, but there is support available to ensure you can file your returns securely, efficiently, and correctly.  If you have questions about your federal income tax return, check out the IRS Help Center.  They have support available online, by phone, or in person.


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