Wife. Mother. Soldier. Communicator. Lieutenant Colonel Ruth Castro has held many titles – and has shouldered even more responsibility – during the past few years. And now she’s the reigning Mrs. District of Columbia 2022, alongside her daughter Jaelene – currently an 8th grade student in VA.
It’s the perfect example of empowering and inspiring women everywhere – to be the best version of themselves.
Army Reserve Soldiers are more than public servants. Some are courageous and resilient parents and spouses balancing professional careers, family, health and well-being, all in the context of the Army Reserve lifestyle. This Mother’s Day—and everyday—the Army Reserve reaffirms its commitment to its mothers and their families by improving their quality of life through providing the best care, support, and services for Army Reserve families.
In this interview, Army Reserve Lt. Col. Ruth Castro and her daughter Jaelene discuss how Army Reserve mothers and families remain resilient through the special programs offered to assist Soldiers’ families. They also talk about their military family experiences such as mother-daughter extracurricular activities, overcoming challenges and maximizing their time together between military duty.
Mothers fulfill vital roles in their families, communities, civilian careers, and their Army Reserve units. The Army Reserve story isn’t complete without the countless contributions and groundbreaking accomplishments of women Soldiers and the families who support them.
Families are the backbone of our military and face their own unique challenges. Their support makes the all-volunteer Army Reserve force stronger. That’s why the Army offers several programs to help moms and spouses who, at times are the sole parent caring for their children while also ensuring kids are healthy and resilient. Special services for children and spouses include:
- Childcare support
- Employment & education assistance for spouses
- Tutoring and homework help
- Scholarship programs for military children
- Healthcare assistance for family members
Interview is courtesy: U.S. Army Reserve
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