- Retirement Planning
- Information about Social Security. ssa.gov
- SURS Information and links about Traditional , Portable and Retirement Savings Plan (was previously called the Self Managed Plan, SMP) surs.org
- SUAA – State Universities Annuitants Association suaa.org
- A Retire Without Regrets – an interesting guide to retirement
- IRS https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans
- Health Insurance
- College Insurance Plan (CIP), MAP TRAILD https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/trail/cip.html
- There are other alternatives to the state provided retiree insurance plans, including the various Medicare plans.
- Medicare information medicare.gov
- Investigate Harper’s Benefits Don’t lose out on benefits. Investigate what benefits Harper provides you (refer to your employee contract for eligibility requirements and contact HR) such as but not limited to:
- Unused and Unpaid Sick Leave
- Vacation leave
- Tuition Waivers
- Retiree/Employee Discounts
- Health insurance reimbursement benefits
- Continuation of Life Insurance