Meet a member of The Ethel Gathering Group: DC Metro Area (MD), Jocelyn Daughtry, who opens up about rediscovering meaningful friendship through The Ethel community. In a candid interview, she reflects on the power of camaraderie and the joy of connection. She also shares the importance of women over 50 staying involved and connected as they navigate life’s next chapter. Jocelyn reveals what drew her to The Ethel, the impact of Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus’ legacy, and the rich variety of events that continue to bring her joy and purpose. Her story is a moving reminder of how friendship and community can transform our lives at any age.
Transcript [Jocelyn Daughtry is a new member of The Ethels.]
I am actually looking for people that share the same ideas in a support group to be supported when it comes to caregiving finances, food disparities, things of that nature.
[Jocelyn has been an AARP Volunteer for 15 years.]
In order to receive, you have to give and you gotta give back. And everybody didn’t know that Ethel was a, you know, a volunteer. She was not paid the special to me because my grandmother's name was Ethel, number one, and I was also the recipient of the 2016 Andrus Award, which is given out every year in state.
[The Andrus award is named after AARP’s founder Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus. It honors volunteers who support AARP’s vision and mission.]
[Welcome Jocelyn to The Ethels!]
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