RGEA Board Meeting
2026-01-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

Retiree Pay Date
2026-01-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-25 08:00 - 17:00
Call the NC Retirement Systems at 919.814.4590 for all questions about your retirement check or deductions.

January Lunch and Learn: Medicare Scams and Elder Fraud
2026-01-28 07:30 - 08:30
Please join us on Wednesday, January 28, from 12:30–1:30 PM for our virtual Zoom session, “Medicare Scams and Elder Fraud,” hosted by RGEA and presented by Stephanie Bias, NC Department of Insurance, and David Kirkman, former Special Deputy Attorney General and author of the book Elder Fraud Wars.

Medicare fraud and financial scams targeting older adults continue to evolve, using new technologies and increasingly sophisticated tactics. This session will help you understand what’s happening, what to watch for, and how to stay safe.

Stephanie Bias will explain how to:

Protect your Medicare information from identity theft

Detect fraud and abuse by reviewing Medicare statements for accuracy

Identify discrepancies and red flags

Report suspected Medicare Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

David Kirkman will discuss:

How fraud networks use technology and psychological tactics

The most common scams targeting North Carolinians

How to recognize fraud attempts before they escalate

Practical steps to avoid becoming a victim

Click here to register by January 25, 2025.

If you have any questions, please email info@RGEA.info or phone 919-834-4652.

Zoom webinar information to join:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85191142876Webinar ID: 851 9114 2876

Having problems joining? If you do not have a free Zoom account or are not signed in to your Zoom account, you may be prompted to enter your name, email address and/or the Webinar ID 851 9114 2876. We also have a YouTube video on ways to access the webinar using your computer, tablet, or cell phone you can watch by clicking this link.You can also dial in from your mobile at +1-301-715-8592, 851 9114 2876# or from your landline at +1-301-715-8592 and Webinar ID: 851 9114 2876.

Previous RGEA Lunch and Learn Series recordings can be found on our YouTube channel.

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER: Community Outreach: Mount Holly
2026-02-06 13:00 - 14:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Mount Holly Municipal Complex | 420 E. Central Ave. | Mount Holly, NC 28120

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

District 9: Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting
2026-02-10 11:00 - 12:00
Meeting for CAB members ~ please join us for a virtual meeting via Zoom! Questions, please contact Community Liaison Deryl at Deryl@rgea.info.

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER: Community Outreach: Sylva
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Jackson County Public Library | 310 Keener St. | Sylva, NC 28779

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

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February Lunch and Learn: Long-Term Care Options and Senior Living 101
2026-02-11 12:30 - 13:30
Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 12:30–1:30 PM for our virtual Zoom session, “Long-Term Care Options and Senior Living 101,” hosted by RGEA and presented by Jon Green and Tony Prince from AMBA and Lee Ladue from Brookdale Senior Living.

Planning for long-term care can feel complicated, especially when the options and terminology aren’t always clear. This webinar is designed to help retirees and pre-retirees better understand the different types of long-term care, what services are available, and how care needs can change over time.

Whether you are planning ahead for yourself or helping a loved one, this session will offer clarity, practical information, and guidance to help you make informed decisions with confidence.

Click here to register by February 8, 2025.

If you have any questions, please email contact@RGEA.info or phone 919-834-4652.

Zoom webinar information to join:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83349363473Webinar ID: 833 4936 3473

Having problems joining? If you do not have a free Zoom account or are not signed in to your Zoom account, you may be prompted to enter your name, email address and/or the Webinar ID 851 9114 2876. We also have a YouTube video on ways to access the webinar using your computer, tablet, or cell phone you can watch by clicking this link.You can also dial in from your mobile at +1-301-715-8592, 833 4936 3473# or from your landline at +1-301-715-8592 and Webinar ID: 833 4936 3473.

Previous RGEA Lunch and Learn Series recordings can be found on our YouTube channel.

Community Outreach: Williamston
2026-02-12 13:00 - 14:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Martin Memorial Library | 200 North Smithwick St. | Williamston, NC 27892

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

Digital Discovery Friday Series: MyChart
2026-02-13 11:00 - 12:00
This collaborative effort between RGEA and Senior Planet from AARP will emphasize the digital aspect of the learning experience covering a variety of topics. This next virtual program in the series is MyChart.

Has your doctor or healthcare provider ever mentioned MyChart? Come learn about this electronic health-record portal that works both in a web browser and app. We’ll go over how MyChart can help you keep all your health information in one place, communicate with your providers, and have a virtual visit. You’ll also learn about the portal’s privacy and security features.

Registration and attendance for these virtual events are free! If you do not have an AARP account, you will be prompted to create one. AARP membership is NOT required.

Register here: MyChart

Webinar link to join: https://seniorplanet.zoom.us/j/89843525385

Nominating Committee Meeting
2026-02-17 09:30 - 10:30

Community Outreach: Chapel Hill
2026-02-18 13:30 - 14:30
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Orange County Dept. on Aging | Seymour Center | 2551 Homestead Rd. | Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

District 3 Community Advisory Board Meeting
2026-02-19 13:30 - 14:30

Community Outreach: Creedmoor
2026-02-24 13:00 - 14:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: South Granville Senior Center | 114 Douglas Dr. | Creedmoor, NC 27522

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

Community Outreach: Fayetteville
2026-03-04 15:00 - 16:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Bill Crisp Senior Center | 7560 Raeford Rd. | Fayetteville, NC 28304

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-03-10 09:00 - 10:00

District 8: Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting
2026-03-10 13:30 - 14:30

District 3: Forsyth Lunch Cruisers!
2026-03-11 11:15 - 13:00
Hosted by your District 3 Community Advisory Board (CAB) contact, Robin Kelly, these monthly luncheons are a great way to meet new people and enjoy casual conversation over lunch.

All District 3 members and non-members are welcome—membership is not required. Each person will pay for their own meal, and we always welcome suggestions for new lunch spots to add to the schedule.

Robin will arrive at 11:15 am and can be spotted by his RGEA name tag and RGEA table signs, so you can easily find the group.

If you have questions or would like to RSVP, please email Robin Kelly at reklc1@yahoo.com.

Carrabbas 587 S. Stratford Rd. | Winston-Salem, NC 27103 | 336-831-0580

March Lunch and Learn: Estate Planning
2026-03-11 12:30 - 13:30
Not sure where to start with estate planning? This session will cover the basics of organizing your wishes, protecting your loved ones, and making sure important decisions are clearly documented. This webinar will be hosted by RGEA and presented by State Employees Credit Union (SECU).

On Wednesday, simply click below to join:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85115832562Webinar ID: 851 1583 2562

District 2: Community Advisory Board (CAB) meeting
2026-03-12 11:00 - 12:00

Community Outreach: Durham
2026-03-12 14:00 - 15:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: Durham Senior Center | 131 Hunt St. | Durham, NC 27701

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

Digital Discovery Friday Series: Emojis, GIFs, and more!
2026-03-13 11:00 - 12:00
This collaborative effort between RGEA and Senior Planet from AARP will emphasize the digital aspect of the learning experience covering a variety of topics. This next virtual program in the series is Emojis, GIFs, and more!

In this lecture we’ll review what some of the most common emojis mean, where to find them on your smartphone keyboard, and when to use them. We’ll also cover how to create an avatar using Bitmoji and Memoji. GIFs and Memes are additional ways to add some color to your communications, so we’ll demonstrate where to find and create those as well!

Registration and attendance for these virtual events are free! If you do not have an AARP account, you will be prompted to create one. AARP membership is NOT required.

Register here: Emojis, GIFs, and more!

Webinar link to join: https://seniorplanet.zoom.us/j/89843525385

District 7 Community Advisory Board Meeting
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00
Meeting for CAB members ~ please join us for a virtual meeting via Zoom! Questions, please contact Community Liaison Deryl at Deryl@NCRGEA.com.

District 2 Cab Event: Lunch and Local History at Western Piedmont Community College
2026-03-17 11:30 - 14:00
RGEA District 2 members and guests are invited to join us on Tuesday, March 17, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm on the beautiful campus of Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) in Morganton. We’ll gather in Carr Hall, Room 212, for lunch provided by Chick-fil-A, introductions, and a brief update from RGEA.

Afterward, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the life and legacy of Senator Sam J. Ervin, Jr., best known for his role in the Congressional Watergate investigation. We’ll also explore the Sam J. Ervin, Jr. Library and Museum, which features his Washington desk, a recreation of his home study, and a collection of historical documents and artifacts.

Members are welcome to bring a guest. Please register by March 13 to reserve your spot.

Where: Western Piedmont Community College

When: March 17, 2026 | 11:30 am–2 pm

Click here to register.

If you any questions, please contact me directly by email: Deryl@RGEA.info or phone 919.834.4652. Interested in joining your District CAB? Let me know!Deryl Davis FulmerRGEA Community Liaison

RGEA Exclusive Webinar: Proactive Tax Planning for 2026
2026-03-18 12:30 - 13:30
Taking a proactive approach to income taxes is always better than reacting after the fact, especially when the goal is to minimize what you owe whenever possible. In this session, we’ll cover ever-changing tax laws, required minimum distributions (RMDs), plan conversion benefits, family tax bracket management, charitable distributions, and more. This webinar will be hosted by RGEA and presented by Kevin Cecil, Certified Financial Planner and owner of Cecil Financial.

On Wednesday, simply click below to join:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87448848801Webinar ID: 874 4884 8801

Legislation and Advocacy Committee Meeting
2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:00

Finance Committee Meeting
2026-03-19 10:00 - 10:30

Extended Community Outreach: Greensboro
2026-03-19 11:00 - 14:30
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: NC Cooperative Ext Guilford Center | 3309 Burlington Rd. | Greensboro, NC 27405

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.

Community Outreach: Huntersville
2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:00
RGEA invites pre-retirees and state and local government retirees to attend an in-person Community Outreach event. These free sessions offer updates on legislative activity and pensions, along with information about the benefits, programs, and resources available to support your retirement.

This is also an opportunity to connect with other retirees, ask questions, and learn more about RGEA. Feel free to bring a friend.

Click here to register for this free event.

Location: David B Waymer Recreation and Senior Center | 14008 Holbrooks Rd. | Huntersville, NC 28078

Questions? Call 919-834-4652 or email Josephine@RGEA.info.
