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Thinking of taking any trips for the fall? Better to be safe than sorry.

Check in with your CalPERS health plan and make sure you’re covered at your destination, in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.

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Each choice can affect your membership and future benefits. 

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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
6:54 Birth or Adoption of a Child
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11:48 Moving
14:05 Illness or Disability
17:11 Loss of a Loved One
18:50 Contacting CalPERS
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19:11 Next Steps
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