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Link to presentation notes and resources: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/sources/member/webcast_learning_guides/Family%20Status%20Changes%20Presentation%20Notes.pdf     

Life events like marriage, divorce, having a child, moving, illness, or loss of a loved one can affect your CalPERS retirement and health benefits. This video explains how these changes may impact your benefits, what updates you might need to make-such as changing your beneficiary or health coverage-and who to contact for help. Whether you're working or retired, you'll learn the steps to ensure your benefits reflect your current family situation.

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2:53 Getting Married or Entering into a Domestic Partnership
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