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🔔 A reminder: CalPERS Health Open Enrollment is un 🔔 A reminder: CalPERS Health Open Enrollment is underway! 

Now is a great time to review your 2027 options and make sure your plan still fits your needs. 

2027 health plan premiums and changes take effect January 1, 2027. 

Log in to my.calpers.ca.gov and use the Search Health Plans tool to compare monthly premiums, benefits, copays, and member satisfaction ratings. 

You can also search for your doctors or medical group to find out which plans they’re available through, you may be able to switch to a lower-cost plan and still keep your doctors. 

CalPERS Health Open Enrollment ends Friday, October 9, 2026
A pension means flexibility.   Meet Anthony, who w A pension means flexibility.
 
Meet Anthony, who worked for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California before applying for retirement at one of our CalPERS Benefits Education Events earlier this year.
 
He says he's amazed that his defined benefit pension can continue to financially support his loved ones even after he’s gone.
 
Now tell us: what does your CalPERS pension meant to you?

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A witness or notary may be needed to confirm your A witness or notary may be needed to confirm your identity and signature before you submit certain CalPERS forms. 
 
From retirement elections to survivor benefits and even power of attorney, there are specific legal steps built into some of our processes to help protect your account. 
 
Learn more at the link in our bio.
CalPERS is hiring! Check out these job openings CalPERS is hiring!
 
Check out these job openings and more. Some close soon, so apply today at the link in our bio. 
 
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Retiree Town Hall with CalPERS Board Member Yvonne Walker – September 18, 2026
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!

0:00 Presentation
1:52 Tips Before Starting Your Application
5:30 Completing Your Online Service Retirement Application 
24:47 What Happens Next
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