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LASERS Video Library

These videos cover important topics and relevant retirement information for our members. To view our complete video library, check out the LASERS Channel on YouTube. Some videos are available on LEO in the event you are unable to view on YouTube. Follow these instructions for the LEO Portal.

Educational Video Series:

PREP Seminar 2022


View on YouTube [3 hours]

In this video, Retirement Benefits Supervisor Wendy Kinchen and Retirement Benefits Specialist Carlos Jones provide an overview of LASERS and discuss various topics such as service credit, retirement eligibility, retirement options, types of retirement, unused leave, COLAs, rehired retirees, survivor benefits, checklists, and more. There is also a presentation from Empower and information on Social Security.

Please note: This is a recording of a virtual presentation from June 2022. Please send any questions regarding your specific retirement situation here: Ask LASERS: Member

Social Security Offsets (WEP and GPO) 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Social-Security-Offsets-WEP-and-GPO-2013.mp4

View on YouTube [6 mins]

This video explains how federal offsets can affect your Social Security benefit if you receive a LASERS benefit.

Deferred Compensation 


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DeferredComp-Video.mp4

View on YouTube [14 mins] (CC)  |  View on LEO

Learn about the benefits of participating in the Louisiana Public Employees’ Deferred Compensation Plan to supplement your LASERS retirement.

Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Deferred-Retirement-Option-Plan-DROP-2013.mp4

View on YouTube [5 mins]

Learn about the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) and the DROP application process.

Initial Benefit Option Plan (IBO) 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Initial_Benefit_Option_Plan_IBO_-2013.mp4

View on YouTube [5 mins]

Learn about the the Initial Benefit Option Plan (IBO) and the IBO application process.

What is your Retirement Plan & Retirement Eligibility? 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/WhatIsYourRetPlan-Sample_reduced.mp4

View on YouTube  [7 mins] |  View on LEO

This video gives you the tools to determine which LASERS retirement plan you are enrolled in and information on retirement eligibility.

Purchases of Service 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/PurchasesOfService_Video.mp4

View on YouTube [10 mins] (CC)  |  View on LEO

In this video, you will learn about opportunities to purchase service credit and the potential benefits of making such a decision.

Purchases of Military Service 


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PurchasesOfMilitaryService.mp4

View on YouTube [10 mins]

Learn about various opportunities to purchase military service credit and the potential benefits of making such a decision.

Annual and Sick Leave: How It Affects You 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Annual_and_Sick_Leave.mp4

View on YouTube [10 mins]  |  View on LEO

This video explains how unused accumulated annual and sick leave can become an additional benefit at the time of retirement.

Countdown to Retirement 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Countdown_to_Retirement_2013.mp4

View on YouTube [5 mins]

This video shares the essential steps in a member’s countdown to retirement.

Judges Retirement Plan 


http://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Judges-Retirement-Plan-2015.mp4

View on YouTube [11 mins]

This video explains the specifics of the retirement plan for Judges hired on or after January 1, 2011.

Mint – Your Future Self


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/YourFutureSelf.mp4

View on YouTube [8 mins]

What are you doing now to prepare for a financially secure retirement? Travel with Jenny as she meets her future self and answers this question.

10 Hot Topics for Retirees


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/10-Hot-Topics-for-Retirees.m4v

View on YouTube [17 mins]

In this video, we discuss 10 hot topics specifically for our retired LASERS members.

Member Resource Videos:

How to Create a myLASERS Account (2021)


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mylasers-Howtosignup-1.m4v

View on YouTube [3 mins]

This video walks through the steps of creating your myLASERS account and setting up multi-factor authentication.

LASERS: Your Retirement System


https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4

View on YouTube [15 mins] | View on LEO

This video provides an overview of LASERS, details about the defined benefit plan, and how to expand your retirement knowledge.

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