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Guide to Retirement

Plan now for Retirement

If you’re like most of us, you probably believe that retirement planning is something that you start thinking about when the end of your career is in sight. Nothing could be further from the truth. The secret to a successful retirement is getting started early: it’s never too early to start planning and saving for your retirement. 

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2. Getting Ready to Retire

H. Supplemental Medicare Plans for Retirees 65 and Over

Healthcare insurance plans cover a portion (or sometimes all) of the costs of maintaining your health and treating illness and accidents. Below are the options available to retirees 65 and over.

City of Seattle Supplemental Medicare Plans

The City of Seattle offers Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) supplemental Medicare healthcare and prescription drug coverage insurance plans to retirees 65 and older. Click here to view and download a comparison of the supplemental Medicare health and prescription drug coverage plans offered by the City of Seattle.

Seattle Fire Fighters HealthCare Trust Supplemental Medicare Plan

The Seattle Fire Fighters HealthCare Trust Medicare Supplemental Plan offers supplemental coverage for approved Medicare charges. Medical deductibles and Part B coinsurance are covered at 100% for most services. The HealthCare Trust also offers a Medicare Part D prescription plan through SilverScript. To enroll in these plans, fill out the SFFHCT Retiree Enrollment Application. If you need this form or have questions about these plans, contact the HealthCare Trust.