Congratulations on your retirement from the city of Aurora! As you enjoy your retirement, we want to make sure you have everything you need for a fulfilling and healthy retirement. To assist you, we’ve prepared a comprehensive Retiree Guide (coming soon). This guide will help you navigate your benefits and make any necessary updates for you and your family. 

We are here to support you. If you have any questions, contact the city's Benefits Division at [email protected] or 303.739.7225. 

2027 Open Enrollment 

Open Enrollment for 2027 benefits will be held from Oct.24 through Nov. 15, 2026. Open Enrollment is passive, which means your current benefit elections will automatically carry over to 2027 unless you choose to make changes. 

If you would like to make changes to your benefits for 2027, you must complete and send us the 2027 Retiree Benefits Enrollment Form (coming soon) no later than Nov. 15, 2026. Completed forms may be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:

Human Resources
Aurora Municipal Center
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 3500
Aurora, CO 80012 

Before Open Enrollment begins, retirees will receive communication with plan information and any applicable updates. Please ensure we have your current mailing and email address on file. If you do not receive Open Enrollment information or have questions, email [email protected] or call 303.739.7225. 

Medicare

If you contributed to Social Security through your payroll taxes, coverage is most commonly available at age 65. Certain health conditions may provide earlier eligibility. If you have not contributed towards Social Security during your working career, you may still participate in Medicare by self-paying or possibly under your spouse’s coverage. Contact the Social Security office if you’re unsure of your Medicare eligibility status or how to enroll.

• Visit socialsecurity.gov and click on Sign up for Medicare.
• Social Security now generally requires individuals to call ahead and schedule an appointment for in-person assistance. To speak with Social Security or schedule an appointment, call 800.772.1213 (TTY: 800.325.0778).
• Apply at your local Social Security office (Aurora Office:14280 E. Jewell Ave.)

Learn about the different parts of Medicare
Each part of Medicare serves a specific purpose and can be combined in various ways to provide comprehensive health coverage tailored to individual needs.

Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Plan 

To enroll in Kaiser’s Senior Advantage plan, please complete the 2027 Group Medicare Election/Enrollment Form and email the form to us. When submitting your enrollment form, include one of the following:

• A scanned copy of your Medicare card showing enrollment in Part A and Part B, or
• A verification letter from the Social Security Administration confirming your Part A and Part B start dates.

Once we receive your enrollment form and required documentation, we will forward your application to Kaiser so they can update your monthly premium.

Please remember: You are still responsible for paying your Medicare Part B premium—and, if applicable, your Part A premium—directly to the Social Security Administration.

Important: Starting Jan. 1, 2027, Kaiser will only accept the 2027 Group Medicare Election/Enrollment Form. Please do not use the 2026 version after Dec. 31, 2026, as doing so may delay your enrollment. The 2027 form may be used immediately, including for coverage effective in 2026.

For dependents: If you’re completing an enrollment form for a dependent, each dependent must enter their own personal and Medicare information rather than the retiree’s information.

If you need an updated letter for your post‑employment health plan, please contact us. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

Have questions? Did your address or phone number change? Or, would you like to cancel your retiree benefits? Contact us at [email protected].