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Retired and Turning 65 Soon? Get Ready for Medicare With 5 Key FAQs.

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Get Key CalPERS Paperwork Electronically

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Basic PPO Members: Included Health Will Help You Navigate Benefits

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Explore Behavioral Health Programs Available to You

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Reminder: Only Use a Personal Email Address for myCalPERS

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Retirees: You Can Now Make Most Health Plan Changes Through myCalPERS

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Doula Benefits Woven Into 2025 Health Plans

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Traveling for Medically Necessary Health Care? You Could Recoup Your Costs.

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HMO, PPO, and EPO: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?

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CalPERS Announces Health Plan Premiums for 2025

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More than 380 women and allies gathered for Pathwa More than 380 women and allies gathered for Pathways for Women last month, celebrating Women’s Equality Day with two days of inspiration, connection, and confidence-building across generations. 

For an example, look no further than our very own technology business management division chief and her 21-year-old daughter who was also in attendance. 

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A pension helps with life after the finish line.   A pension helps with life after the finish line.
 
Meet James, who worked for the Redwood City School District before applying for retirement at one of our CalPERS Benefits Education Events earlier this year.
 
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Depression and anxiety can affect daily life, but Depression and anxiety can affect daily life, but support is available. 

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Ready to retire? myCalPERS can help simplify the process. In this video, you'll learn important steps to take before submitting your service retirement application and receive a step-by-step walkthrough of how to complete and submit your application online through your myCalPERS account. Watch now to get retirement-ready with confidence!

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