Who We Are
CARA is a statewide network of hundreds of organizations that educates and informs its membership, the public, and elected officials about issues affecting the well-being of California’s working-class senior and disability community, with a priority on protecting programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Additionally, CARA engages in legislative advocacy to promote and secure fair and equitable living conditions for older adults and people with disabilities at the state and national levels.
What We’ve Done
1300+
Plus visits with statewide legislators advocating for older adults
950k
Members through our 250+ affiliated unions and community groups
110+
Educational Forums on civic engagement, social services, and other issues
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Join Us For Senior Vote 2026
Join CARA’s growing movement of seniors and retirees making our voices heard across California. Seniors are the largest voting bloc—and in 2026, we have the power to decide key elections. Senior Vote mobilizes seniors to take action—protecting Social Security and Medicare, lowering costs, and expanding access to affordable healthcare and housing. With a goal of reaching 1.5 million voters, we’re organizing through phone banking, canvassing, and voter outreach. 👉 Sign up. Get involved. Take action.
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Healthcare
CARA Members Meet Hundreds of Legislators for Lobby Day 2026!
The California Alliance for Retired Americans hosted another successful Lobby Day to highlight the issues impacting retirees and our commu
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Healthcare
Lobby Day is Fast Approaching. Are you Registered?
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Friday Forum: Lobby Day Prep Session
Watch the most recent Friday Forum hosted by CARA as we learn about refining our stories and about the bills that are important to retirees and our communities.
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