New Hire Orientation
For recent, permanent new hires, LACERA will explain your Retirement Plan G and discuss ways to enhance certain benefits through reciprocity and/or the purchase of service credit. You will also learn ways you and your family can feel more secure in retirement. Empower will present the 457(b) Horizons plan along with the 401(k) plans offered by LA County.
Pre-Retirement Seminars
For members within five years of retirement, presented in partnership with Empower: Get an overview of the retirement process, maximizing your benefits, choosing a retirement option, transitioning to retiree healthcare, and other steps you need to take to retire.
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Retiree Healthcare
For members within five years of retirement, presented in partnership with Empower: An overview of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mid-Career Presentation
For early to mid-career members, presented in partnership with Empower: Make sure you are on the right track for retirement. Topics include eligibility requirements for retirement, what a plan transfer does for you, how buying service can enhance your retirement, and what happens when you leave service.
LACERA Post Retirement
For newly retired members: Congratulations on your retirement! We put together this webinar to help ensure you have all the important information you need as a retired LACERA member. This presentation touches on all aspects of LACERA retirement relating to financial processes, medical processes, and more.
Horizons 457(b) Enrollment Seminar
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For new and recent hires: Got Horizons 457(b)? Not yet, join us to get enrolled now. Don't wait, time and free money won't be slipping away.
- Thursday, April 24, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Make the Most of Your Retirement Plans
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For active members: Want to make the most of your retirement? Join Make the Most of your 457(b) Horizons and 401(k) Savings Plans to learn how to take advantage of all services to make the most of your retirement plans.
Stay in the Plan
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For retired members: STOP! You don’t have to go. Join our stay in the plan webinar to learn more about the importance of staying in the plans even after you retire.
Comprehensive Account Review
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For all members: This seminar will focus on the importance of a customized and personal review of your Horizons 401(k) and 457(b) retirement accounts and why it is important to check in on a regular basis.
- Thursday, April 24, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Thursday, May 15, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Market Volatility and Your L.A. County Investment Strategy
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
We will discuss navigating the ups and downs of the market AND your County of Los Angeles' 457(b) Horizons and/or 401(k) Savings Plans Investment options.
- Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 15, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Living in Retirement
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
Retired? Sign up for our 'Living in Retirement' webinar. We'll discuss beneficiaries, distribution options, investments and so much more!
LACERA Special Durable Power of Attorney
For all members: The LACERA Special Durable Power of Attorney can provide you and your family with security in the event you become incapacitated or unable to handle your LACERA benefits. This webinar takes you through completing all the appropriate paperwork, including filling out the LACERA Power of Attorney form.
LACERA Retirement Options
For members about to retire: Picking the right Retirement Option can be overwhelming. We are here to familiarize you with LACERA’s retirement options, so you select the best option for you. Learn how to structure your monthly payments and what you can leave to your beneficiaries as a continuing benefit.
Note: This webinar does not discuss medical benefits.
Maximizing Contributions on your 457(b) Horizons and 401(k) Saving Plans
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For active members: Contributing enough to earn the full match? Would you like to maximize deferrals for the year? Join us on this educational webinar to learn how to take maximize your deferrals, reduce taxable income and match best practices.
Equity Risk: What is it and how to manage it?
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
Learn about equity risk and how it impacts your 457(b) Horizons and/or 401(k) Savings Plans as you approach retirement.
Inflation Risk: What is it and how to manage it?
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For all members: Learn about inflation risk and how it may impact your 457(b) Horizons and/or 401(k) Savings Plans and your long-term savings goals.
Getting Enrolled in the Replacement Benefit Plan
This by-invitation webinar is geared toward those affected by IRS-imposed 415(b) limits. It will introduce participants to the County of Los Angeles Replacement Benefit Plan, which pays the portion of the LACERA benefit that exceeds the 415(b) limit. We will explain how the County program works, covering payment information and going over the required forms, section by section. Participants should have received an email invite with a PIN number, which you will need to enter when registering below.
Pros and Cons of Taking a Loan
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For active members: Learn about the pros and cons of taking a loan. While taking a loan from your account can seem like an attractive option, be aware that it can affect the potential growth of your account.
My LACERA
For all members: Securely, conveniently, and quickly access your LACERA account information with My LACERA. This webinar offers information on creating and using your My LACERA account. We will discuss how to utilize all the great tools My LACERA offers you.
LACERA Active and Retired Death Benefits
For all members: Should the worst happen, you want to make sure your loved ones have the ability to take care of themselves. LACERA is here to cover the various benefit circumstances which could affect your family, so you can have peace of mind.
LACERA Domestic Partnership
For all members: This workshop helps you understand the many details regarding the Domestic Partnership requirements for benefit eligibility, offering you and your family peace of mind. We will also provide details regarding the type of Domestic Partnerships LACERA will accept.
Navigating the Website
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For all members: This seminar will walk you through the defined contributions plans' website, www.countyla.com, to help you understand and use your 401(k) and 457(b) accounts' analytical tools.
Fraud Prevention
Mini-Webinars Hosted by Empower
For all members: At Empower, protecting your identity and ensuring your privacy is an important part of building a secure financial future. In this seminar you’ll learn more about how we can help you defend yourself against cybersecurity threats, phishing, and other types of fraudulent communications and activities.