After you retire, you must wait at least 45 days before accepting employment with any participating employer. You should begin the process at least one year before your anticipated retirement date.Learn about MarylandSaves, its requirements, and which employers must participate in this statemandated retirement program. Missing Participants Program PBGC has a program called the Missing Participants Program, which connects people to their retirement benefit. If you are 65 or older or totally disabled (or your spouse is totally disabled), you may qualify for Maryland's maximum pension exclusion. Estimate the amount of monthly income you can expect to receive in retirement and if it will be enough to replace your current paycheck. Are you entitled to Federal Disability benefits? 60 to 90 days before you retire — Contact the Social Security office. Org or call 972-925-4300. If you do not have enough wages from employment in the base period, TWC cannot pay you benefits.