Will my retirement allowance last for an indefinite period or will it cease after a determined amount of years?

Your retirement allowance will last throughout your lifetime. Please bear in mind that the option you choose at the time of retirement will determine whether or not you leave a survivor benefit. All options will be discussed at length upon making an appointment with the Retirement Office.

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1. How do I qualify for membership in the Braintree Contributory Retirement System?
2. As an active member, can I borrow from my pension deductions?
3. What if I choose to no longer contribute the Braintree Contributory Retirement System? Can I stop my deductions at any time?
4. If there is a change in my marital status or if I move, are there any important forms that I need to complete at your office?
5. If I worked for the Commonwealth or in a Massachusetts municipality or county prior to my employment with Braintree, will my previous service time count towards my Braintree Retirement?
6. Will my employer find out if I make a retirement inquiry? When is my employer notified of my impending retirement?
7. Will my retirement allowance last for an indefinite period or will it cease after a determined amount of years?
8. Before I retire, should I visit the Social Security Office, and why?
9. How is my pension calculated?
10. As a retiree, if I live out of State for several months, should I notify the Retirement Office when I return?