Planning the next step
OPERS’ Retirement Readiness seminars offer tips on making informed decisions
By Michael Pramik, Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
July 30, 2026 – Whether you’re eligible to retire or will be within the next five years, the decisions you make now will have a direct impact on your income, health care and long-term financial security.
OPERS offers Retirement Readiness seminars for members within five years of retirement eligibility. These sessions are designed to help you move from uncertainty to confidence, giving you the knowledge, tools and guidance to plan for your future.
What You’ll Learn
- When you can retire, and what timing means for your income, including reduced vs. unreduced benefits
- How to estimate your pension to support your family and lifestyle
- How understanding your personal salary replacement will strengthen your retirement
- What to expect with health care coverage and costs in retirement
- How to use the “Readiness Checklist” as a personalized action plan so you know exactly what steps to take, and when
Why attend
Retirement success doesn’t happen by chance – it comes from making informed decisions at the right time. Whether you’re close to retiring or planning ahead, this session will help you build a clear, confident path forward.
Don’t leave one of the most important decisions of your life to guesswork. Register today and start planning your retirement with confidence.
Michael Pramik
Michael Pramik is communication strategist for the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and editor of the PERSpective blog. As an experienced business journalist, he clarifies complex pension policies and helps members make smart choices to secure their retirement.