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Remember: You can manage all your CalPERS benefits Remember: You can manage all your CalPERS benefits, including health benefits, online through your myCalPERS account.

myCalPERS serves as a gateway to helpful resources, where you can get a snapshot of your retirement outlook and much more.

Watch our Quick Tip video to learn more.
Many CalPERS members have served both nation and c Many CalPERS members have served both nation and community. This Veterans Day, we honor their commitment to public service.
 
One such member is Alyssa Albright — a stakeholder and event manager for CalPERS and a current Air Force captain.
 
Read her story at the link in our bio.

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Start 2026 strong with need-to-know info for retir Start 2026 strong with need-to-know info for retirees like you!

Join us online December 9 to learn how to maximize your retirement benefits in the new year.

Learn how to register at the link in our bio.
One of CalPERS' very own recently took the big lea One of CalPERS' very own recently took the big leap into retirement, and she was reflective, thoughtful, and thankful in her final week of work.

Here's Susan Forrer's parting thoughts on 15 years of public service for a cause and organization she says she was proud to serve.

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15 Nov

ALERT: Due to system maintenance, myCalPERS will be unavailable from 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15 until 6:00 a.m. on Monday, November 17.

Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve our services.

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Many CalPERS members have served both nation and community. In honor of Veterans Day, we're recognizing their commitment to public service all week long.

Meet Travis Antoniono — a CalPERS investment director and a former Air Force lieutenant.

His story: https://bit.ly/4qI6yE4

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