Thinking About Your Retirement?

Navigating the world of retirement plans can be challenging.  Below are links and documents to provide you with an overview of options, plan information, and extra benefits each retirement has to offer.  
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Begin Here

​To begin the retirement process or to choose a plan, visit www.drs.wa.gov and check out their Retirement Outlook newsletter located here.  On the DRS website follow the step by step directions to complete the registration process.  If you are thinking about retiring early please click here for a summary from DRS.   

​PERS Plan 1
For the PERS Plan 1 handbook please click here.
PERS Plan 2
For the PERS Plan 2 handbook please click here.
PERS Plan 3
For the PERS Plan 3 handbook please click here.

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​Washington State DRS - Nearing Retirement Seminars

DRS Nearing Retirement Seminars have been updated. These seminars are designed for those planning to retire in the next few years. We're offering two seminars:

• Nearing Retirement
• New – Emotional Side of Retirement 

See the seminar schedule.
This recent article talks more about the benefits of webinars and seminars. These live sessions are offered through Zoom. See how to join a webinar for assistance.

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WPEA Retirement Gift Card Information & Policy

When you retire a member-in-good-standing with WPEA, we would like to show our congratulations and thank you for being a member.   Click here to view WPEA's retirement policy.