Protecting your retirement

You have a valuable asset: your State of Texas Retirement defined benefit plan. Because you participate in ERS’ retirement and insurance programs, financial advisors, investment professionals and even criminals may view you as a prime target. If you’re looking for professional investment or financial advice, do your research—especially if you’re contacted directly by advisors. More>>

Headlines for the Month

Plan Year 2018 TexFlex balances and claims If you contributed to a TexFlex℠ flexible spending account last plan year and did not use all of your funds, all is not lost! You have until December 31, 2018 to submit claims for eligible medical expenses incurred through August 31, 2018. Learn more>>

Changes in your October paycheck September ushers in a new plan year. Remember to look for changes in your October paycheck you made changes to your benefits during Summer Enrollment.  Read more>>

Highlights from the August 29 ERS Board meeting The ERS Board of Trustees had a busy meeting in August. Learn more>>

Get your fitness on with no enrollment fee We often think of September as back-to-school month. For those enrolled in HealthSelect℠ of Texas or Consumer Directed HealthSelect℠, this September is also back-to-fitness month. Read more>>

Benefits provide security for future-focused Elsa Morfin Ibarra

Elsa Morfin Ibarra had her eyes on the future when she decided to take a job with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in Pharr, Texas. “The benefits were terrific—I liked the health insurance and retirement plan they offered,” she said.A more predictable schedule would help her strike a healthier work-life balance. Read more>>

Eat more fruits and veggies

Most of us know that eating healthier means filling our plates with more fruits and vegetables. Still, most of us don’t do it. In fact, studies show that more than 90% of both adults and children do not eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. This month, follow these tips to add more apples and avocados, banana and beans, and cucumbers and cantaloupe (we could keep going, but we won’t) to your diet.

State wellness coordinators share ideas to promote wellness in the workplace

When Lacy Wolff joined ERS in June as ERS’ health promotion administrator, she pledged to give wellness coordinators across the state a chance to talk with each other about health and wellness initiatives for their employees. The first of these forums was held in August in Austin. We have a report.

Events Calendar

Some of these events may be full. You can put your name on a waiting list on the Events Calendar page or sign up for another session.

Event information may change. Please check the online Events Calendar for the latest information.