Life Changes after Retirement

Life doesn't end at retirement. Whether you need to update your information, discuss beneficiary information, or are considering returning to work, contact us regularly to keep your account updated.

Keep your address up-to-date

Please keep your address with COAERS current. We will need an original signed Change of Address form.

Report a Death

In the event of a death of either a member or survivor annuitant, please contact COAERS immediately at (512) 458-2551 to report a death. We will need…

Beneficiaries & Survivors

Once you are retired, you cannot change your survivor under any option. In other words, your new spouse cannot receive a monthly benefit payment after…

Divorce or Separation

Texas is a community property state, so any COAERS benefits you earn during marriage may be divided by a court in a divorce proceeding. If, during a…

Sign up for Direct Deposit

Direct deposit is the fastest and most secure way to receive your benefit payment. Direct deposit is efficient, reliable, safe, and eliminates the…

Register for MemberDirect

Keep track of your COAERS retirement account and register now for MemberDirect. Track your accrued benefits, estimate a retirement benefit, update information, obtain forms, and much more.

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