Fast Facts

AARP’s guides can help you navigate the latest voting rules and regulations.
The Eldercare Locator can connect older adults with local assistance for accessing voting resources.
The 50 State Listing of Available Voter Assistance is a state-by-state guide that assists voters with fully participating in the electoral process.
The Disability Information & Access Line is a line meant to connect individuals with disabilities with local assistance for accessing voting resources.

As Election Day approaches on November 5th, there are considerations to take into account when voting, especially for seniors or those with disabilities.

Along with the usual barriers to voting, PBS reports that “people with disabilities had a 20 percent likelihood of having difficulties voting in-person, compared to 6 percent for people without a disability.”

Justice in Aging also highlights the voting barriers seniors may face, including physical limitations like a lack of transportation or accessible polling locations.

Resources for Voting in the U.S.

To simplify the voting process, here are some important resources that can help you prepare to select the next president:

Voting Resources for Seniors

AARP’s State Voting Guides

AARP’s guides can help you navigate the latest voting rules and regulations. Find out how to register to vote and check your registration status.

Eldercare Locator

This tool can connect older adults with local assistance for accessing voting resources.

Voting Resources for People with Disabilities

Voting with a Disability

Everything you need to know about voting with a disability from vote.com, including registration options, accessibility accommodations, and federal laws that protect your right to vote.

50 State Listing of Available Voter Assistance

A state-by-state guide that assists voters with fully participating in the electoral process.

Disability Information & Access Line

A line to connect individuals with disabilities with local assistance for accessing voting resources.

Assisting Cognitively Impaired Individuals with Voting: A Quick Guide

A guide of techniques and tips to improve communication with a person who has cognitive impairment, consistent with election laws. Relevant for those interacting with persons who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other brain illnesses and disorders such as stroke or head injury. This guide is also available in Spanish.

General Voting Resources

Voter Registration Deadlines

The voter and election day registration deadlines by state.

Register to Vote by State

Visit this site to do any of the following:

Register to vote
Update your name, address, or political party if you’re already registered
Check your registration status
Get a voter registration card

The National Association of Secretaries of State

This website’s “Can I Vote” section contains the following useful resources:

Guide to Voting After a Disaster

Provides specific resources on early voting, absentee ballots, voter ID requirements, and more for older adults and their families navigating natural disasters.

Election Protection Hotlines

The national, nonpartisan Election Protection program has helplines in multiple languages to assist voters who encounter problems.

English helpline: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)
Spanish helpline: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)
Asian languages helpline: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)
Arabic helpline: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)

Be prepared for voting day this November, and ensure that you know how to help those that may need extra assistance to get to the polls. There are plenty of resources to help have your voice heard.

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