CalPERS

#TuesdayThoughts

Life events may have an impact on your CalPERS benefits, and that includes marriage or divorce.

Understanding these legal status changes and their implications on your benefits is crucial to ensuring your retirement journey goes smoothly.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ad9IcD

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CalPERS membership offers valuable benefits — not just for you, but for your loved ones as well.

Here’s how to ensure you and yours are getting the most out of your CalPERS benefits: https://bit.ly/49DebVU

#MondayMotivation

If you're a CalPERS member, there's no better way to kick off your week than by registering for a myCalPERS account.

Wondering what you can do within myCalPERS? Good question — we actually made a full list's worth of useful features.

See what's possible: https://bit.ly/4l2apJg

CalPERS CEO Marcie Frost is indoors, holding a small sign with "84%" written on it. She has long hair and are wearing a dark blazer.

When Marcie Frost arrived at CalPERS in 2016 as its new CEO, she knew the role represented a big opportunity — and a big challenge.

Here's a look back at Frost's 10-year journey on the job, and where she hopes to lead our enterprise and membership in 2026 and beyond.

More: https://bit.ly/4rlDMIG

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Did you know CalPERS invests heavily in California?

As of June 2024, our investments in the state supported 173,000+ jobs and generated nearly $46 billion in economic activity.

Find out more about how and where these investments make an impact: https://bit.ly/3ZkkQxL

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Creating a plan so you're financially secure can be challenging, but we're here to help. Some steps you can take:

1. Review Retirement Income Sources
2. Develop a Savings Plan
3. Draft a Budget
4. Watch Our Videos

See CalPERS' full Planning Your Financial Future Checklist: https://bit.ly/4hKPdoc

It's tax season again. Do you know what to do as a CalPERS retiree?

There are certain forms you'll need to properly file your taxes — all of which are now available in your myCalPERS account.

For more info, go here: https://bit.ly/3LjPNiI

#FridayFacts

Our returns proved to be healthy in Fiscal Year 2024-25, with our team securing $61.4 billion in investment income — a significant increase from the previous fiscal year.

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You've probably heard a lot about CalPERS and how our system works through the grapevine, but we're here to give it to you straight.

Skip the online forums and get these common CalPERS myths cleared up directly from the source: https://bit.ly/4qOlSye

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Keep your loved ones protected — confirm your CalPERS beneficiary information is current.

Having your beneficiary on file and up to date means your benefits are distributed just as you intend.

Learn more about beneficiary designation here: https://bit.ly/4j6Mjvc

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Did you know CalPERS offers classes at our regional offices?

Whether you're just starting your career or nearing retirement, our in-person, instructor-led classes can help make the most of your CalPERS benefits.

Log in to myCalPERS to find and register for a session today: https://bit.ly/4nn7NHa

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NEW: Theresa Taylor and David Miller Re-Elected as CalPERS Board President, Vice President for 2026

Read the full release: https://bit.ly/49xnw1w

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Lower costs. Better care. Real accountability.

Learn more about how CalPERS is reshaping healthcare for our members: https://bit.ly/4jFvyZs

#TuesdayThoughts

There's a lot in life to look forward to, and no better time than now to start planning for it.

That's why we encourage our members to contribute to a supplemental savings plan through their employer as soon as possible.

See what's available to you: https://bit.ly/3xaBVwp

CalPERS building at twilight with an announcement banner stating the office closure on Monday, January 19, and reopening on Tuesday, January 20

All CalPERS Offices are closed Monday, January 19.

You can use our self-service website https://my.calpers.ca.gov/ to schedule an appointment, review your account information, and send us a secure message.

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Retirees: Get ready for 2026 by being in the know with CalPERS!

There's no better time than now to prepare for important updates that may affect your benefits, taxes, and health coverage.

Learn more about what's changing and what's ahead: https://bit.ly/49AJ2B4

TOMORROW

CalPERS is offering a new informational video, and members are invited to join for free.

Learn how pension reform affects your benefits (including the differences between “PEPRA” and “classic” membership) plus retirement formulas and health vesting.

Register now: https://bit.ly/3AZIbrC

CalPERS is hosting its January Board Week Tuesday, January 20-Wednesday, January 21.

Across our Educational Day and Stakeholder Forum, discussions will explore the State of the System and set enterprise priorities for the year.

Agendas are posted: https://bit.ly/41aTP21

#TuesdayThoughts

Did you know you can estimate your retirement benefit with CalPERS?

Crunch the numbers, we'll show you how: https://bit.ly/4mw4P2c

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Proud of the work you're doing as a CalPERS member? We want to hear from you!

Take our survey and we may reach out to help tell your story: https://bit.ly/4mB2CBB

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Unlock the full value of your CalPERS benefits!

We're in Monterey today and tomorrow for a free, in-person education event packed with insights, answers, and support for our members.

Still interested? Day-of registrations welcome: https://bit.ly/3KbALL8

Join Our Growing Team!

People come to work at CalPERS to ignite their purpose through our shared mission: providing retirement and health benefits for California’s public servants.

Learn more about career opportunities with us: https://bit.ly/4gT6riU

A New Year’s Message from CalPERS CEO Marcie Frost - CalPERS PERSpective As 2025 ends, and we begin to focus on the year ahead, we have much to look forward to in 2026. The new year will bring important improvements to those of you

Looking ahead to 2026, CalPERS remains committed to serving 2.4 million members with stronger benefits, smarter investments, and new health improvements.

A message from our CEO, Marcie Frost: https://bit.ly/4qFhj9s

Member Education📚

How does pension reform impact your CalPERS benefits?

In this video, discover the key differences between “PEPRA” and “classic” membership, including retirement formulas, health vesting, and final compensation.

Stay informed, register today: https://bit.ly/3AZIbrC

THIS WEEK

Don’t miss our next CalPERS Benefits Education Event in Monterey!

Free classes, expert Q&A, and resources to help you make informed decisions about your benefits.

Register today: https://bit.ly/3KbALL8

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NEW: CalPERS Hires Shari Slate as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Read the full release: https://bit.ly/45vnDbf

7 Things to Know About Our Financial Report - CalPERS PERSpective Each December we release our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (PDF), offering a look at CalPERS’ financial health through the fiscal year (FY). Here are

Each year, we release our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, offering a look at CalPERS’ financial health through the fiscal year.

Here are seven important highlights from this year’s report: https://bit.ly/45xQXxM

#MondayMotivation

There's no better time than now to sign up for a myCalPERS account. With myCalPERS, you can:

💰 Review your account
📅 Check service credit
👩🏽‍🏫 Calculate retirement benefits
📧 Send us a secure message
🤝🏻 Book an appointment
✅ Much more!

Visit my.calpers.ca.gov to register today.

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SOON

Get the knowledge you need to plan confidently for tomorrow.

Our CalPERS Benefits Education Events offer free classes and expert support for all CalPERS members, and one is coming up next week in Monterey!

There's still time, sign up and join us: https://bit.ly/3KbALL8

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ICYMI

As of yesterday, pharmacy benefits for certain Basic and Medicare HMO and PPO plans have switched from OptumRx to CVS Caremark.

Have questions? Read our latest piece for helpful FAQs and more: https://bit.ly/48RRIUX