LASERS Video Library

Welcome to the LASERS Video Library. These videos are a resource for LASERS members. The LASERS Channel on YouTube covers important topics and relevant retirement information. Please be aware that access may be denied to YouTube at your workplace because of filters put in place by your agency. LASERS has placed some of the videos on Success Factors in the event you are unable to view on YouTube. Follow these instructions to enter Success Factors.

Educational Video Series:

NEW What is your Retirement Plan & Retirement Eligibility? (2016)

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In this video, we will give you the tools to determine which LASERS retirement plan you are enrolled in and information on retirement eligibility.

Annual and Sick Leave: How It Affects You (2015) [10 mins]

An overview is given of how unused accumulated annual and sick leave can become an additional benefit at the time of retirement.

Judges Retirement Plan (2015) [11 mins]

LASERS Executive Counsel Tina Grant explains the specifics of the retirement plan for Judges hired on or after January 1, 2011.View on YouTube

Countdown to Retirement (2013) [5 mins]

LASERS Deputy Director Maris LeBlanc shares the essential steps in a member’s countdown to retirement.

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Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) (2013) [5 mins]

LASERS Deputy Director Maris LeBlanc explains the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) and the DROP application process.

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Initial Benefit Option Plan (IBO) (2013) [5 mins]

In this education outreach video, LASERS Deputy Director Maris LeBlanc explains the Initial Benefit Option Plan (IBO) and the IBO application process.

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Social Security Offsets (WEP and GPO) (2013) [6 mins]

LASERS Deputy Director Maris LeBlanc explains how these federal offsets can affect your Social Security benefit if you receive a LASERS benefit.

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Member Resource Videos:

LASERS: Your Retirement System Video Training Class (2016) (15 mins)

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LASERS: Your Retirement System is a training class designed for active LASERS members. It is recommended for both new and existing state employees.

PREP Workshop – OGB Presentation (2015) [27 mins]

Dean Moberley, Agency Services Director at Office of Group Benefits, explains your responsibilities before and after retirement, eligibility, current health benefit options, life insurance, and flexible benefits.

Preparation for Individual Counseling (2013) [6 mins]

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Before you meet with a LASERS Retirement Benefits Analyst to discuss your retirement options, please watch this pre-counseling video. This video is intended to familiarize rank-and-file LASERS members with the retirement planning process.  LASERS Executive Director Cindy Rougeou will discuss questions such as: Are you eligible to retire? What type of retirement is best for you? Which retirement option should you select? And what should you do with your leave balances?

Please also refer to the Pre-Counseling PowerPoint (PDF file) for more detailed information about the retirement planning process. We look forward to meeting with you at your appointment.

Geaux Paperless: Annual Statements (2015) [1 min]

This video will instruct you how to sign up for paperless Annual Statements through your Member Self-Service account.

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Stay Connected Through Social Media (2012) [4 mins]

LASERS offers members many mediums to receive timely updates and information. We’re on Facebook, Twitter, and more! See all the ways you can stay connected with LASERS.View on YouTube