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After years of relaying CalPERS’ promise of reti After years of relaying CalPERS’ promise of retirement and health benefits, Heather Huerta finally finds herself on the other side of the conversation.

Here are some tips on how to approach retirement from a longtime CalPERS team member, and ways to fulfill yourself afterward.

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In the early 1930s, there was a push to create a retirement system for California's state workers — which eventually came to pass, marking the beginning of CalPERS.

While we now cover far more than just state workers, the same vision is intact to this day.
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Planning your retirement with CalPERS is one of the most important things you'll do as a member.

A good resource to help is our "Planning Your Service Retirement" publication, which gives a rundown on all the nuances of this years-long journey.

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Did you know putting money away through one of our deferred compensation plans can benefit you long-term?

At CalPERS, we provide members with options on additional savings plans they can take part in to bolster their future retirement income.

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