When it comes to retirement, ASRS members are “vested” from the date their first contribution is received. Members may keep their funds on account with ASRS until they meet their normal retirement criteria, at which point they can retire, even with only 1 month of service.
The rule of 85 says that workers can retire with full pension benefits if their age and years of service add up to 85 or more. So if you're 60 years old and you've been working at the same company for 25 years then technically, you could be eligible for full pension benefits if you choose to retire early.
At age 65 • At age 62 with 10 or more years of credited service • At any combination of years of credited service and age, totaling 80 points. Example: If you have 31 years of credited service and you are 49 years of age, you will be eligible for a normal retirement because you have 80 points (49 + 31 = 80).
At age 65; or • At age 62 with 10 or more years of credited service; or • At any combination of years of credited service and age totaling 80 points. If you are at least 50 years of age and have five or more years of credited service, you are eligible for early retirement.
Retirement Eligibility Members can retire with a lifetime benefit as early as age 50 once they have acquired 5 years of service credits. Because retirement benefits are based on "normal" retirement rules, a member who takes an early retirement will receive a reduced benefit for their lifetime.
Officially, you'll start the retirement process with your employer, letting them know when you plan to stop working. Depending on your employer and your tenure, you may need to write an official letter of resignation, document your contacts, processes, and files, and maybe even train a replacement.
The Arizona Long Term Care System covers a comprehensive array of supportive services for individuals who are aged or disabled. This program pays for nursing home care and community-based alternatives that can help you remain in your own home or in a residential setting of your choice.
Senior and Adult Independent Living Program Senior and Adult Independent Living (SAIL) case management services help individuals live independently in their own homes by coordinating needed services and assistance with daily living activities.