Seniors & Voting: The Essentials for 2024
Seniors can be proud of their civic participation. According to U.S. News & World Report, seniors have the most sway in many elections and have a powerful voting voice. Close to 72% of people over 65 voted in the 2020 presidential election.
| Voter Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18 to 24 | 48% |
| 25 to 44 | 55% |
| 45 to 64 | 65.5% |
| 65+ | 71.9% |
Source: Statista.com
As seniors, along with the rest of the voting population, get ready for the upcoming general election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, there are some important free resources available from the California Secretary of State.
Large Print Voting Guides
Large print voting guides can be ordered free of charge from the California Secretary of State. They are available in 10 languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese. Order your FREE copy by visiting:
Voter Hotlines
If you have questions about how to vote, where to vote, check your registration status or any other question about the election, you can call and speak to someone in your language. These calls are free of charge.
(800) 345-VOTE (8683) – English
(800) 232-VOTA (8682) – Español / Spanish
(800) 339-2857 - 中文 / Chinese
(888) 345-2692 – हिन्दी / Hindi
(800) 339-2865 -日本語 / Japanese
(888) 345-4917 - ខ្មែរ / Khmer
(866) 575-1558 – 한국어 / Korean
(800) 339-2957 - Tagalog
(855) 345-3933 – ภาษาไทย / Thai
(800) 339-8163 - Việt ngữ / Vietnamese
711 – TTY/TDD
Safely Vote by Mail
All Californians registered to vote will receive a vote by mail ballot. This allows seniors to vote from the comfort of their homes without traveling to the polling place. Vote by mail ballots will be sent to all registered voters by October 7, 2024. All mailed ballots must be postmarked or dropped off by Tuesday, November 5. It’s free to vote by mail. No stamp required.
Important Dates
Last Day to Register to Vote: October 21, 2024
Vote by Mail Ballots Sent: October 7, 2024
Ballot Drop-off Locations Open: October 8, 2024
Early In-Person Voting Begins: October 26, 2024
Last Day to Request Mail-in Ballot: October 29, 2024
Voting Deadline: 8PM November 5, 2024
Register to Vote
If you have moved since the last election or have never voted in California, you will need to register to vote. You can register in 10 different languages online at: Register to Vote
You can also check the status of your registration, political party, language preference, find your polling place and other details. You will need the last four digits of your social security number and your California-issued ID/driver’s license number to verify your identity before accessing your registration status.
Remember the last day to register to vote is Monday, October 21, 2024.
Senior Voices Matter
It’s important to have your voice be heard on Election Day by casting your vote. These resources and more are freely available to you to aid you to make informed choices as well as exercise your fundamental right to vote. See you on Election Day!