Your Future Deserves the PPOA Retirement Workshop

Let’s talk about something that matters to every one of us — your future.

Whether you’ve just started thinking about retirement or you’re just a few years away, the PPOA Retirement Planning Workshop is one event you don’t want to miss. It’s more than just a meeting — it’s the key to opening the next chapter of your life, and it’s completely free for all PPOA members.

But even better than that? It’s incredibly useful. This engaging workshop is packed with helpful presentations from real experts who understand every part of retirement. It’s not boring or confusing — it’s easy to follow, even if you’re not a financial genius. And you’ll walk away with knowledge that can make your retirement years comfortable, stress-free and well-planned.

So why should you attend? Because this workshop is a key step in your retirement journey. Just like we train to be better professionals, we also need to prepare for life after the Department. If you’re planning to retire in the next few years, it’s crucial to get the information now so you’re ready when the time comes.

We consistently have an incredible lineup of guest speakers. LACERA will be there to walk you through how your pension works. They manage our retirement benefits and retiree health care programs. They make sure County employees like us get the retirement benefits we’ve earned. If you want to understand your pension, this is the place to learn.

United Estate Planning will explain why it’s so important to have your final wishes legally protected. Imagine something happens to you — and your family ends up fighting over what to do or loses a big chunk of your estate to taxes and legal fees. They’ll show you how to avoid that. United Estate Planning has helped our union members for nearly 30 years. They’ll help you have the final say in what happens to what you’ve worked so hard for.

One of our workers’ compensation disability retirement law firms will also be there to talk about your rights and options if you’re facing a medical retirement. Their experienced team helps people just like us through the legal system with care and understanding. They’ll help you protect what’s yours and make sure you’re treated fairly if disability becomes part of your retirement journey.

And that’s not all — Empower Retirement will also be speaking. They help manage your deferred compensation plan, which can mean more money in your pocket when you retire, if used smartly.

When you come to this workshop, you’ll get answers to big questions like:

• When is the best time to retire?
• Will I have enough money?
• What kind of health benefits will I keep?
• What happens to my estate when I’m gone?
• What if I have to retire due to injury or illness?

You’ll leave with confidence and a clear plan. But remember — seating is limited. Once it’s full, that’s it. So don’t wait to sign up. This workshop isn’t just for those retiring tomorrow. It’s for anyone who wants to be smart, prepared and in control of their future. You’ve given your career to serving others. Now it’s time to serve yourself and your family by making smart retirement decisions — starting with this workshop. Until next time, be safe, be well and please look out for one another.