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Register of Wills · Prince George's County · 2026 Primary
The Register of Wills oversees the legal process of settling a person's estate after they pass away, ensuring assets are distributed correctly to heirs and beneficiaries according to the law. This office is responsible for maintaining permanent records of wills and probate documents while also collecting inheritance taxes on behalf of the state. By managing these sensitive transitions, the official ensures the orderly and transparent transfer of property within the community.
View all candidates in this raceJocelyn Route is a mother, social worker, certified death doula, licensed foster parent, and public servant with over 19 years of experience advancing mental health, trauma-informed systems, and community wellness. She currently serves as Senior Advisor – Wellness Integrator for the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Department of Parks and Recreation, leading strategic integration of holistic wellness frameworks across employee and community initiatives. Previously, she worked in the federal government workforce as a Public Health Advisor at SAMHSA, where she oversaw federally funded initiatives and ensured accountability and responsible stewardship of public resources. She holds a Master of Social Work with a macro mental health concentration and is pursuing a doctorate in Human Services. In 2023, she founded Elevation Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health wellness and awareness. Jocelyn has also authored a self-published children's book introducing young readers to local government functions, reflecting her commitment to civic education and public trust. She previously served as an elected Council Member for Ward 1 and At-Large Member of the Prince George's County Board of Education. Her professional work centers on dignity, transparency, service, integrity, clarity, and compassion.
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Jocelyn Route is a mother, social worker, certified death doula, licensed foster parent, a public servant and a proven leader.
Her experience in governance, oversight, and public accountability informs her commitment to ensuring the Register of Wills office operates with integrity, clarity, and compassion.
Family, she affirms, remains her greatest motivation for public service.
Jocelyn Route has successfully steered a reputable career path in public service.
Source: jocelynroute.com
Mental Health
Advancing mental health wellness and awareness through nonprofit work and trauma-informed systems
“Jocelyn Route is a public health and human services leader with over 19 years of experience advancing mental health, trauma-informed systems, and community wellness.”
Community Wellness
Leading strategic integration of holistic wellness frameworks across employee and community initiatives
“She currently serves as Senior Advisor – Wellness Integrator for the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Department of Parks and Recreation, where she leads the strategic integration of holistic wellness frameworks across employee and community initiatives.”
Public Accountability
Ensuring government offices operate with integrity, clarity, and compassion through oversight experience
“Her experience in governance, oversight, and public accountability informs her commitment to ensuring the Register of Wills office operates with integrity, clarity, and compassion.”
Civic Education
Introducing young readers to local government functions through self-published children's book
“A self-published children's book author, Jocelyn has written a book introducing young readers to the functions of local government, reflecting her commitment to civic education and public trust.”
“Jocelyn Route is a public health and human services leader with over 19 years of experience advancing mental health, trauma-informed systems, and community wellness.”
Source“Her professional and community work has consistently centered on dignity, transparency, and service.”
Source“Her experience in governance, oversight, and public accountability informs her commitment to ensuring the Register of Wills office operates with integrity, clarity, and compassion.”
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