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FITNESS MADE SIMPLE
Why just talk or dream about exercise when we can “Make Fitness Simple?” Join Coach Sean Foy for monthly classes in 2022, with the next session being on March 16 at 9:30 a.m. He will help you train in the comfort and convenience of your own home via computer or phone to realize your personal health and fitness goals! Learn more on the Fitness Made Simple event page.
LACERS Retired Members February Update
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Stay Safe With Cybersecurity Best Practices: At LACERS, we routinely review and enhance the security of our information technology infrastructure to safeguard against unauthorized access. Learn how to strengthen your web practices by visiting LACERS’ new Cybersecurity Best Practices webpage and watching videos in the Cybersecurity Videos playlist on our YouTube channel.
LACERS Active Members February Update
STAY SAFE WITH CYBERSECURITY BEST PRACTICES
At LACERS, we routinely review and enhance the security of our information technology infrastructure to safeguard against unauthorized access. Learn how to strengthen your web practices by visiting LACERS’ new Cybersecurity Best Practices webpage and watching videos in the Cybersecurity Videos playlist on our YouTube channel.
Ready, Set, Go!
Review LACERS' Active Members Check-Up List for 2022
There’s no time like the present to review and update your information with LACERS! As we begin 2022, there are some important items you can review to ensure you are on the right track with LACERS. Watch the 2022 LACERS Active Member Check-Up video, and then select a topic below to learn more about items you should review as a LACERS Member.
Ready, Set, Go!
Review LACERS' Retired Members Check-Up List for 2022
There’s no time like the present to review and update your information with LACERS! As we begin 2022, there are some important items you can review to ensure you are on the right track with LACERS. Watch the 2022 LACERS Retired Member Check-Up video, and then select a topic below to learn more about items you should review as a LACERS Member.
LACERS Well Calendar of Events
Join us for Upcoming LACERS Well Events!
CONNECT WITH OTHERS
FITNESS MADE SIMPLE
Why just talk or dream about exercise when we can “Make Fitness Simple?” Join Coach Sean Foy for monthly classes in 2022, with the next session being on February 16 at 9:30 a.m. He will help you train in the comfort and convenience of your own home via computer or phone to realize your personal health and fitness goals! Learn more on the Fitness Made Simple event page.
February 2022 Paycheck Flyer
ANNUAL NOTICE OF RIGHT TO ELECT OR REVOKE FEDERAL INCOME TAX WITHHOLDING
LACERS is required to inform you that your periodic benefit payments from LACERS may be subject to Federal Income Tax withholding unless you elect not to have withholding apply. If a completed form is not on file with our office, your withholding will be calculated as if you are a Married Individual with Three Withholding Allowances.
Hot off the Press: Winter 2022 LACERS Well Newsletter is Here!
The Winter 2022 edition of the LACERS Well newsletter is ready to view here on the LACERS website! In its pages you’ll find a farewell message from Health Benefits Director Alex Rabrenovich, a profile on LACERS Well Champion Ben Gaetos, useful information about the virtual “Fitness Made Simple” training program, and more!
LACERS Retired Members January Update
Happy New Year Members! Please take a moment to review our January Retired Member Update!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1099-R Form – What You Need to Know: LACERS is in the process of mailing 1099-R tax documents to retirees and beneficiaries for the 2021 tax year and will complete this process by February 1. Don’t want to wait for the mail? Save time by viewing and printing your 1099-R via your MyLACERS online account now. To learn more, click here.
LACERS Active Members January Update
Happy New Year Members! Please take a moment to review our January Active Member Update!
WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK: TAKE THE LACERS FAMILY DEATH BENEFIT PLAN SURVEY
LACERS would like to learn more about our Members’ knowledge of the Family Death Benefit Plan (FDBP). Click here to take a brief survey. Your participation is appreciated!
January 2022 Paycheck Flyer
LACERS 1099-R Forms
LACERS is in the process of mailing 1099-R tax documents to retirees and beneficiaries for the 2021 tax year and will complete this process by February 1st. Please note that 1099-Rs are only sent to the address on file with LACERS. Therefore, if you have recently moved or changed your address, update it with LACERS as soon as possible by submitting a ‘Change of Address’ form that is accessible at LACERS.org/forms.
LACERS Well Calendar of Events
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BRAIN HEALTH CLASS
Alzheimer’s Los Angeles (ALZLA) will be hosting monthly Brain Health classes via Zoom. The first class will be held on January 26 at 2:00 p.m. ALZLA mission is to improve the lives of local families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia by increasing awareness, delivering effective programs and services, providing compassionate support, and advocating for quality care and a cure. Don’t miss these informative monthly virtual classes. Learn more here!
LACERS Retired Members December Update
‘Tis the Season to Reduce Stress: One effective way to reduce stress this holiday season is by displaying kindness. Kindness has been shown to increase self-esteem, empathy and improve mood. If your holiday season feels stressful, try a random act of kindness such as leaving a kind note for a neighbor or a snack for your mail person. Other ideas include calling a family member or making concrete plans with someone you haven’t seen in a while.
It doesn’t have to be something big and extravagant. Kindness can be contagious and help reduce stress levels for yourself and everyone around you. Happy Holidays!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
LACERS Active Members December Update
‘TIS THE SEASON TO REDUCE STRESS
One effective way to reduce stress this holiday season is by displaying kindness. Kindness has been shown to increase self-esteem, empathy and improve mood. If your holiday season feels stressful, try a random act of kindness such as leaving a kind note for a neighbor or a snack for your mail person. Other ideas include calling a family member or making concrete plans with someone you haven’t seen in a while.
It doesn’t have to be something big and extravagant. Kindness can be contagious and help reduce stress levels for yourself and everyone around you. Happy Holidays!
December 2021 Paycheck Flyer
MEDICARE PART B DEDUCTIBLE FOR 2022
For 2022, the Medicare Part B annual deductible will be $233.00 for Members and dependents enrolled in the LACERS Anthem Blue Cross PPO plan (with only Medicare Part B). This deductible is the amount of money you have to pay before your insurance starts covering the costs for your healthcare expenses.
WHAT COUNTS TOWARDS THE MEDICARE PART B DEDUCTIBLE?
Medical services and supplies count towards the Medicare Part B deductible.
LACERS Well Calendar of Events
Join us for Upcoming LACERS Well Events!
CONNECT WITH OTHERS
FITNESS MADE SIMPLE
Why just talk or dream about exercise when we can “Make Fitness Simple?” Join Coach Sean Foy during monthly classes in 2022 where he will help you train in the comfort and convenience of your own home via computer or phone to realize your personal health and fitness goals! Reserve your spot now! Learn more here.
LACERS Active Members November Update
RETIREMENT APPLICATION PORTAL DEMO
Take time to learn about LACERS’ exciting new Retirement Application Portal (RAP)! Click here for details, or sign up for the upcoming RAP Demonstration webinar on Wednesday, December 15 at 12:00 p.m. via MyLACERS. Can’t make it to the webinar? Watch a recording of a prior RAP Demonstration on the LACERS YouTube channel here.
LACERS Retired Members November Update
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Enrollment Comes to a Close: LACERS’ Open Enrollment period ended on November 15, and health and dental plan changes can no longer be made for the 2022 calendar year. Plan changes will take effect on January 1, 2022. Unless you have a qualifying event, the next opportunity to make changes to your LACERS health plan will be next year during the Open Enrollment period for 2023.
For more information about qualifying events, review your 2022 Health Benefits Guide (page 5) here, contact LACERS at (800) 779-8328 / RTT (888) 349-3996, or email lacers.health@lacers.org. Your 2022 plan premiums will be reflected beginning with your December 31, 2021, monthly allowance statement.
November 2021 Paycheck Flyer
LACERS OPEN ENROLLMENT PLAN CHANGES TAKE EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2022
LACERS’ Open Enrollment period ended November 15 and health and dental plan changes can no longer be made for the 2022 calendar year. Unless you have a qualifying event, the next opportunity to make changes to your LACERS health plan will be next year during the Open Enrollment period for 2023.
Open Enrollment Meeting Recordings Now Available
The end of this year’s Open Enrollment period is fast approaching. Make any health benefit selection changes you have for 2022 by November 15!