Named after AARP’s amazing founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, The Ethel is a community of like-minded women seeking to smash stereotypes around aging. We celebrate women over 50. But whether you’re in your 50s, 60s, 70s, or 80s, you’ll receive the very best stories related to sex, health, beauty, aging, and relationships, written by women just like you.
You can subscribe to the free weekly Ethel newsletters, packed with the best articles related to health, money, sex, relationships and lifestyle. Follow The Ethel on Facebook, for a place where mature women can own the conversation.
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We want to smash the stereotypes surrounding aging and build a strong community so that we can be loud, be heard and stay connected. Let’s celebrate life and all that’s in store for us, while being honest about the challenges we face. So join us today in a space where women own the conversation.
After retiring from her position as a Los Angeles high school principal in 1944, the award-winning educator began a second career that ultimately had a far bigger impact on society. She became an activist and organizer on behalf of other retirees and older Americans, fighting to improve their financial security, their health care and other services that they need. Learn more about Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus.
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AARP understands that to truly serve people 50 and older, we need to understand their unique experiences — and that includes the perspectives of women. Women over 50 are navigating distinct life stages, challenges, and opportunities, and we want to meet them where they are with content that’s relevant, supportive, and empowering. That’s why we’ve created dedicated resources — like this newsletter and website — to connect in a more personalized, meaningful way. With over 38 million members, AARP offers tailored programs for many communities, including veterans, caregivers, LGBTQ adults, Spanish speakers, rural Americans, and more. This is one more way we’re ensuring every member feels seen, heard, and supported.
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Ready to be inspired? Subscribe to The Ethel newsletter — delivered straight to your inbox every other Wednesday. You’ll get stories that celebrate aging boldly, tackle real-life challenges, and connect you with a vibrant community of women just like you. Don’t forget to join The Ethel community on Facebook, where conversations are candid, supportive, and full of wisdom — because aging is better when we do it together. Created by women, for women, our voice is uplifting, inclusive, conversational — and yes, sometimes brutally honest. We’re here to tell it like it is, while lifting each other up. Have questions, ideas, or media inquiries? We’d love to hear from you. Email us anytime at aarpethel@aarp.org.
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