Retirees & Beneficiaries

Overview

Retired Members

Retired couple using computer

OCERS’ retired members are former employees of a OCERS-participating employer who receive a lifetime monthly benefit from OCERS. Beneficiaries are individuals designated by a OCERS member/retiree to receive survivor and/or death benefits after his or her death.

On this page you can learn more about topics specific to retired members.

Overview

Changes in Your Life

As changes in your job or your life occur, you may need to make decisions about your OCERS retirement benefits.

This section is designed to help you navigate through these events. It highlights what you need to do, when you need to take action, and the types of changes you can make. The forms you need to submit, if any, are clearly identified.

At any time, if you have questions or need assistance, please contact us.

Overview

Retirement Frequently Asked Questions

To assist you in finding the answers you seek and to learn more about OCERS, we have created the following list of frequently asked questions and answers.  The Q & A’s are grouped by categories.  

At any time, if you have questions or need assistance, please contact us.