Human Resources seeks feedback on fall Road to Retirement conference, highlights available resources

Human Resources is seeking feedback from benefits-eligible faculty and staff following the fall 2026 Road to Retirement conference. Whether retirement is years away or approaching soon, employee feedback helps shape future Road to Retirement conferences.

Complete the brief survey by Nov. 4. Responses are anonymous.

Road to Retirement recordings available online

The fall 2026 live virtual presentations have ended, but retirement planning resources and information are available year-round. Recordings and on-demand sessions from the conference are available online, including:

• MetLife outlines essential legal services — including family life, financial well-being, assets and protection — for those who are planning to retire.
• “Finding Purpose in Retirement” — A health coach from Purdue Fort Wayne’s Center for Healthy Living explains how being involved in community after retirement can improve physical and mental health, slow cognitive decline, and help individuals age better.
• “Under 65 Retiree Healthcare Options” — Presenters from Purdue HR Benefits and HUB International discuss health insurance options offered to Purdue retirees under age 65.
• “PURA Healthcare Plans for Medicare-Eligible Retirees” — Purdue HR Benefits reviews group health insurance plan options available to Purdue retirees with Medicare.

Additional resources

Independent study materials and resources for planning ahead also are available on the Road to Retirement webpage.

Financial wellness and retirement planning ongoing support

Whether managing everyday finances or preparing for retirement, employees have access to complimentary, personalized support from Fidelity as part of Purdue’s benefits package. Employees will notice a reduced record-keeping fee, along with continued access to tools and resources to help them on their path forward.

• New! Financial wellness coaches
  • Fidelity now offers one-on-one financial wellness coaching to help employees build healthy financial habits and work toward their financial goals. Coaches can provide guidance on budgeting, managing debt, improving credit scores, building emergency savings and planning for major purchases, such as buying a home.
  • To connect with a financial wellness coach, visit NetBenefits or call 800-791-2363, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
• One-on-one retirement planning consultations
  • Employees can also continue to schedule complimentary consultations with Fidelity workplace financial consultants to review their retirement savings, evaluate investment options, discuss retirement income strategies and better understand the Purdue Retirement Program.
  • Watch the “Retirement Planning — How You Benefit from a Fidelity Consultation” video, which provides an overview of what to expect from a consultation with a Fidelity workplace financial consultant supporting retirement programs at Purdue University, Purdue Global and Purdue Research Foundation.
  • Appointments are available in person at the Purdue Memorial Union Investor Center, virtually or by phone. Spouses and other planning partners are welcome to attend. Schedule an appointment here or call 800-642-7131.

Questions

For general retirement account questions or assistance with contributions, investment changes, beneficiary updates and other account-related needs, employees can access the following Fidelity resources:

• Call: Speak with a Fidelity representative at 800-343-0860, 8 a.m. to midnight ET Monday through Friday.
• Online: Visit NetBenefits to manage retirement accounts, review investments or use the virtual assistant.
• Mobile: Access account information and make updates through the NetBenefits mobile app.