Retiree Bookshelf

Welcome to the Retiree Bookshelf. Here, you will find information on retiree benefits, including dental, vision, legal, and COBRA benefits. Browse through the files below to learn more and make informed choices during Open Enrollment.

2027 Benefits Summary Guide for Retirees

The 2027 Benefits Summary for Retirees briefly describes the benefits available to you as a state employee but does not include details of all covered expenses or exclusions and limitations.

2027 Vision Retiree Handbook

Find general information regarding state-sponsored vision coverage for State of California retirees.

2027 VSP Retiree Member Benefits Summary

Find a summary of both the Basic Plan and Premier Plan for retirees offered through VSP.

2027 Retiree VSP Disclosure Statement

Read a combined evidence of coverage and disclosure form for the VSP Vision Care Plan for eligible retirees and their eligible dependents.

2027 Dental Retiree Handbook

Find general information regarding state-sponsored dental coverage for State of California retirees.

2027 VSP Retiree COBRA Members Benefits Summary

Learn more about your COBRA Coverage for vision benefits under the State of California for retirees.

2027 VSP State Retiree How to Enroll Guide

Find a flyer on how to enroll or update your VSP plan as a retiree.

2027 Legal - Retiree at a Glance Flyer

Find a flyer on benefits of the State of California group legal services plan, ARAG.

2027 Legal - How to Enroll Flyer

Find a flyer on how to enroll for the State of California group legal services insurance plan as a retiree and FAQs.

2026 Retiree Vision Handbook

Find general information regarding state-sponsored vision coverage for State of California retirees.

2026 Dental Retiree Handbook

Find general information regarding state-sponsored dental coverage for State of California retirees.

2026 VSP Retiree Evidence of Coverage

Read a combined evidence of coverage and disclosure form for the state’s Retiree Vision Program, offered through VSP.

2026 VSP Retiree COBRA Member Benefits Summary

Learn more about your COBRA Coverage for vision benefits as a State of California retiree.

2026 VSP Retiree Member Benefits Summary

Find a summary of both the Basic Plan and Premier Plan for retirees offered through VSP.