SEARV was born in April of 2010 as a result of a settlement between the Ohio Education Association and the organization's post 65 staff retirees.  SEARV is a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association created to provide Medicare Supplemental and Prescription Drug insurance to its members. The SEARV Benefits Trust is governed by IRS and ERISA law.You will find information on this site about your coverage, what to do when you turn 65, how to contact us for assistance, and other helpful information about your retirement benefits.