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Retiring after 41 years as a research and development chemist at DuPont specializing in polymers, Gordon Cohen wanted to give back to the community.
Brenda McCalister Afflick, a retired project manager, found her passion in volunteering with AARP in Delaware County. Encouraged by a friend, Brenda now dedicates her time to community events, advocating for Medicare, Social Security, and access to benefits. Her enthusiasm is fueled by AARP’s mission to empower those 50+ with information, and she thrives under the leadership of Grace Rustia, assistant state director, who inspires creativity and commitment among volunteers.
When AARP member Karla Koehl received an email regarding the start of a Lehigh Valley Speaker’s Bureau more than two years ago, she decided to check it out. After listening to the presentation by Kellie VonStein, Associate State Director of Community Outreach in Lehigh Valley, Karla was sold on the idea of volunteering and signed up for the Speaker’s Bureau.
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