Alaska Division of Retirement & Benefits

AlaskaCare has partnered with Lantern to offer retirees covered by the AlaskaCare Retiree Health Plan and their eligible dependents convenient travel benefits for non-emergent surgeries. Learn more in the February edition of Retiree Health News: buff.ly/l4q21XJ

Learn How to Create a Budget with America Saves! It’s always the right time to create a savings and spending plan (aka a budget). It’s also a good idea to revisit that plan annually or when a major shift occurs in your income or expenses. Learn more: buff.ly/93g6UmR

Check out the latest Retirees in Touch! drb.alaska.gov/retiree/into...

Hinge Health Monthly Webinar Series: Register for the March 11 webinar "Health Trends: Help or Hype?". Check out the February edition of Retiree Health News for more information: buff.ly/gjxwVYV

Keep an eye on our Seminars & Workshops page for upcoming in-person and virtual events. drb.alaska.gov/events/semin...

Retirees: February benefits will be deposited and checks will be mailed today, February 25.

Join us virtually on Thursday, February 26, at 2 p.m. Alaska Time, for The Retirement Process – TRS Seminar.
Seats are limited—reserve yours today! drb.alaska.gov/events/semin...

Due to HVAC issues on the 6th floor of the State Office Building, the Juneau DRB office will be closed for the remainder of the day. If you need assistance, please contact us by email at doa.drb.mscc@alaska.gov.

Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggie Bake. Get the recipe here: buff.ly/GkOKN4y

Reminder: AlaskaCare Retiree Town Halls are now held quarterly! Join us for the next session on April 16 at 10 a.m.

Our offices are closed today, Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. We will reopen tomorrow, February 17 at 8 a.m. Alaska Time.

Check out the latest Retirees in Touch!
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Join us TODAY at 9 a.m. for the “From Pickleball to Power Walking: Getting Back to Sports and Hobbies” webinar. Register: buff.ly/pEqn6E3

Up Next: "Hinge Health 101: Digital Exercise Therapy for Pain Relief" on February 18 @ 9 a.m. For more details: buff.ly/mUcmYtL

AlaskaCare Health Plan has partnered with Aetna to offer a quiz that creates a personalized wellness guide for members. It’s also a chance to share your experience and inspire others to engage with their health benefits. The quiz will be sent by Aetna as “Your Personalized Wellness Guide.”

54 Ways to Save Money | America Saves You’ve just taken the America Saves Pledge, or perhaps you simply need some inspiration for ways to save your money -- either way, we’re glad you’re here. Buckle up! It’s about to get REAL around…

54 Ways to Save Money from America Saves: americasaves.org/resource-cen...

Join us next week, February 11, for the Hinge Health Monthly Webinar Series!
“From Pickleball to Power Walking: Getting Back to Sports and Hobbies.”
For more details, check out the January edition of Retiree Health News:
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Looking for a refresher on how to view your DRB statements and documents? Check out January's AlaskaCare Retiree Health News for instructions: buff.ly/1p5Wmye

Braised Chicken Thighs and Spinach. Get the recipe here: buff.ly/ky0Igij

New For January 2026 – Teladoc Health!
AlaskaCare Retiree Health Plan members have access to additional providers for acute care, dermatology, and behavioral health with a $25 copay through Teladoc Health. Check out the January edition of Retiree Health News for more information: buff.ly/xYhN8Nf

Hinge Health Monthly Webinar Series: Register for the February 11 webinar "From Pickleball to Power Walking: Getting Back to Sports and Hobbies". Check out the January edition of Retiree Health News for more information: buff.ly/xYhN8Nf

Keep an eye on our Seminars & Workshops page for upcoming in-person and virtual events. drb.alaska.gov/events/semin...

Retirees: January benefits will be deposited and checks will be mailed today, January 23.

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If you need assistance, please give us a call toll-free at (800) 821-2251 and in Juneau at (907) 465-4460.

Important: Tax Withholding Correction in Progress. Some members may have noticed tax withholding errors related to their monthly January 2026 pension benefits. Learn more: drb.alaska.gov/news/2026/01...

What to save for | America Saves Nearly a quarter of savers who take the America Saves pledge chose “emergency savings” as their first wealth-building goal. And they have the right idea.

Set a Savings Goal for 2026! Emergency Savings—research shows that having just $500 set aside can improve financial stability, yet most Americans still aren’t prepared for unexpected expenses. Learn more with America Saves: americasaves.org/what-to-save...

Join us in Anchorage on Thursday, January 22 for The Retirement Process – PERS Seminar at 1 p.m. Alaska Time. Seats are limited—reserve yours today! drb.alaska.gov/events/semin...

USPS has updated its delivery process, changing how postmark dates are determined. The postmark now reflects when an envelope is first processed by an automated sorting machine—often days after drop-off—which can cause late fees for time-sensitive documents. Learn more drb.alaska.gov/news/2026/01...

Our offices are closed today, Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen Tuesday, January 20 at 8:00 a.m. Alaska Time.

Listen to past town hall events at, buff.ly/XpbX7jM.

Due to unexpected printer delays, the physical copy of the PERS & TRS Newsbreak, Winter 2025 edition will be mailed in January 2026. We appreciate your patience and apologize for the inconvenience. In the meantime, you can find a digital copy here: drb.alaska.gov/news/#enews