Guiding Alaskans to make the right decisions for a lifetime of well-being. This account is for the communication of information, not a record of agency activity. Site: drb.alaska.gov More Content Feed: bit.ly/akdrbfeedhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.govhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mukq2tw7jm2pFreedom from Tobacco and Nicotine Can Start Today! Quitting tobacco is one of the best things you can do for your health. No matter how long you’ve used tobacco, there are health benefits when you quit. Learn more: buff.ly/AmVmlsE02 Sep 2026 20:01 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mukq2tw7jm2phttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3muhvlc5bt422The Secret to Making Habits Stick: Almost half of what we do in our daily lives is habitual. It’s bathing, dressing, eating, commuting, doing parts of our jobs, exercising, and so on. You don’t really think about it—you just do it. Learn how to make a habit stick: buff.ly/o7HU8Mk01 Sep 2026 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3muhvlc5bt422https://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mu6efzrp3725We ran out of stories to share-submit yours today! https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/intouch/submit.html28 Aug 2026 22:01 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu6efzrp3725https://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mtyw3lgyq42aChicken Wraps with Salsa Cruda. Get the recipe here: buff.ly/EbbBigR26 Aug 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtyw3lgyq42ahttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mtw6zttjy62kRetirees: August benefits will be deposited and checks will be mailed today, August 25.25 Aug 2026 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtw6zttjy62khttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mtu23sisgo2nSavings goal: Debt Repayment Paying off debt is the #3 goal chosen by Savers. That’s no surprise— a 2012 survey found that 45% of families earning under $50,000 use credit cards for basic needs like rent, utilities, insurance, and food. Learn more at America Saves: buff.ly/XzNuRjx24 Aug 2026 19:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtu23sisgo2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrxgmrmuzw2nCheck out the latest Retirees in Touch! https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/intouch/sking.html31 Jul 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrxgmrmuzw2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrst5hhcoo2rMyRnB will be offline for an extended maintenance and service outage. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. If you need immediate assistance, please contact us toll-free at (800) 821-2251, in Juneau at (907) 465-4460, or by email at doa.drb.mscc@alaska.gov.29 Jul 2026 21:02 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrst5hhcoo2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrspr7ie452aGrilled Shrimp with Mint Salsa Verde. Get the recipe here: buff.ly/Q7ZqyC129 Jul 2026 20:02 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrspr7ie452ahttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrq5j7cx652nWhat have you been up to? Submit your story today! https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/intouch/submit.html28 Jul 2026 19:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrq5j7cx652nhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrnvgcvslp2dMaintaining an emergency savings account may be the most important difference between those who manage to stay afloat and those who sink in debt. It also gives you peace of mind knowing you can afford to pay unexpected expenses. Learn more: buff.ly/LTnlTaP27 Jul 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrnvgcvslp2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mrd7scgohb2rRetirees: July benefits will be deposited and checks will be mailed today, July 23.23 Jul 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrd7scgohb2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mqu4w2jfbg2dListen to past town hall events at, buff.ly/XpbX7jM.17 Jul 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqu4w2jfbg2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mqrsbwm57l2uJoin us TODAY at 10 a.m. Alaska Time for a Town Hall event!16 Jul 2026 17:49 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqrsbwm57l2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mqrrrl5vhc2lHeads Up! The front desk for the Division of Retirement and Benefits has officially moved to the 8th floor of the State Office Building. Visitors should now check in at our new reception area during regular business hours.16 Jul 2026 17:40 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqrrrl5vhc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mpqwf7hf3y2uThe Division of Retirement and Benefits will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day, and Monday, July 6, in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We wish you a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!03 Jul 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpqwf7hf3y2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mphf34yrlh24Check out the latest Retirees in Touch! buff.ly/DIQaAML29 Jun 2026 21:01 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mphf34yrlh24https://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3monq464ygy2wOur offices will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth. We will re-open on Monday, June 22.19 Jun 2026 16:09 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3monq464ygy2whttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3molg4dq7tc2kReminder: AlaskaCare Retiree Town Halls are now held quarterly! Join us for the next session on July 16 at 10 a.m.18 Jun 2026 18:05 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3molg4dq7tc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mnzw4nxyyv2rATM Card, Debit Card, Credit Card: What's the Difference? Ever wonder? While they may seem similar, each works in a slightly different way and carries different protections. Learn more: buff.ly/wSwRB4P11 Jun 2026 19:03 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzw4nxyyv2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mnulfbutgu2dJoin Hinge Health on June 10 for their monthly webinar series. They will be discussing Ergonomics for Less Pain at Work and Home: Tips and Tricks from Hinge Health Physical Therapists. Sign up here: https://hingehealth.zoom.us/webinar/register/7217625364539/WN_3XCmmcmsRCmtagV4w3Ya7Q#/registration09 Jun 2026 16:08 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnulfbutgu2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mniaylguln2hBibimbap (BEE-bim-bahp). Get the recipe here: buff.ly/cVN7pr404 Jun 2026 18:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mniaylguln2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mncy2x75jh2fDon't forget! The Eye Guys will be in Petersburg June 3 & 4 at the Scandia Hotel. Give them a call to schedule an appointment at (907) 376-3917, and check out the April AlaskaCare Retiree Health News for additional information: buff.ly/yAkD6Lg02 Jun 2026 16:07 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mncy2x75jh2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mmzdef2bx42hOftentimes, individuals with disabilities may not be familiar with savings options that are available to them, or they may worry about jeopardizing public benefits. There are strategies that these individuals can access to achieve their goals. Learn more: buff.ly/VT9aZfl29 May 2026 20:02 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmzdef2bx42hhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mmu6zniyr42fTofu Banh Mi Noodle Bowls. Get the recipe here: buff.ly/LbmpsWa27 May 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmu6zniyr42fhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mmou7tc7mp2lOur offices will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, May 26.25 May 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmou7tc7mp2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mmesf5zw542vRetirees: May benefits will be deposited and checks will be mailed today, May 21.21 May 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmesf5zw542vhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mmcndktjuh2lProvidence Primary Care Clinic, located in Eagle River, AK, is welcoming new patients! From regular check-ups to managing ongoing conditions, Providence Medical Group looks forward to creating a care plan that fits your life and makes it easier to manage your health. Learn more: buff.ly/7fTuf4W20 May 2026 19:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmcndktjuh2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mm7w6z2yaa2xSeasonal Allergies are Coming! No one is happy about having seasonal allergies. The runny nose, itchy eyes, scratchy throat, and accompanying fogginess affect people across the globe. Check out April's Retiree Health News for survival tips. buff.ly/nWBXOQp19 May 2026 17:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm7w6z2yaa2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/drb.doa.alaska.gov/post/3mm5j2vf6xb2yJoin us this Thursday for the in-person Ready to Retire! Defined Benefit Application Overview Workshop in Anchorage. Registration is required. https://drb.alaska.gov/events/seminars.html#workshops18 May 2026 18:30 +0000at://did:plc:lvb2hur7mo4xt7yyjslle2ka/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm5j2vf6xb2y