This page shares options for dental and vision coverage available to Sonoma County retirees, including coverage through Sonoma County Human Resources and additional group plans are available through PGA/Pacific Group agencies.
Important: SCARE provides information for members. For official eligibility, plan details, and rates, confirm with Sonoma County Human Resources and the plan providers.
Two Ways to Get Dental & Vision Coverage
Sonoma County provides retiree benefits information and enrollment guidance through the Human Resources Department.
Best for you if:
What to do:
Review the official retiree benefits information
If you have questions, contact the Benefits Unit:
SCARE members have access to additional insurance offerings through Pacific Group Agencies / AMBA at discounted group rates. These options are available to SCARE members and their families.
Important notes:
What's included (examples):
Where to learn more:
(The application is included in the booklet.)
Enrollment Rules (Read This First)
Tip: If you miss the Open Enrollment window, you may need to wait until the next enrollment period to add or change dental/vision under PGA.
Plan Questions, Finding Providers, Claims
Care Counsel
Care Counsel can help you:
Questions? Contact Options
Sonoma County Human Resources — Benefits Unit
For official eligibility, enrollment rules, and County benefit information:
SCARE Help (General Guidance)
If you have general questions and need help finding the right resource:
Call Board Member Phyris Tobler:
Find answers to your questions about dental & vision options.
We're here to help you!
It depends on the program:
• County benefits: follow County enrollment timing
• PGA dental & vision: only during Open Enrollment
No. These plans are offered at discounted group rates for SCARE members, but you pay for them yourself.
Yes, many types of insurance can be enrolled in at any time, but dental and vision are only offered during Open Enrollment.
Use the booklet on the PGA page: Pacific Group Agencies insurance for SCARE members (The application is included in the booklet.)
Care Counsel can help you compare options and answer questions: 888-227-3334.
Use the County’s page: Sonoma County Human Resources Retiree Benefits.
