Silver Connections Membership Details

~ The opportunity for you and the owner to meet and discuss all aspects of Silver Connections membership and for you to ask any questions that you may have. A time can be scheduled for this meeting that is convenient for you. A packet of information (calendar, event details, travel information, etc.) is also given to you at the meeting. If you decide to join Silver Connections, the owner has already met you and you have met her. When you arrive at your first event, you will not be a stranger walking in the door!

~ There is a sense of security provided to members to know that the owner has talked with every potential member before joining.

~ You are able to choose from completely planned local events every week (8-10 a month to pick from!) It gives you the opportunity to experience a new restaurant, see a theater production, attend a sporting event, enjoy a local museum, a holiday party.... and much more!

~ You may pick and choose what works with your schedule and finances. Attention to cost is always our goal! Group rates and 55+ rates are a must! The owner has established relationships with venues, so that cost effective pricing is negotiated for members. Our events are varied, so that no matter what your financial circumstances or schedule...there will always be events that you can attend!

~ There is never any pressure to attend an event! We have members who work F/T, some P/T and some are retired....so all different events at different times!

~ The owner attends almost every event to make sure that all new members are introduced, all members are comfortable, service and food is served in a timely matter, tickets to a performance are distributed, etc. The owner is there to coordinate all aspects of the event to make sure it runs smoothly.

~ All the planning, directions, parking, event details, reservations, etc. are all taken care of! Communication is on-going between the owner and members at all times, so all details of each event are known. All the preliminary work is done for you, so you can just show up!

~ The owner is always researching upcoming events in the Triangle and future travel opportunities, many times months in advance, to be able to offer members a variety of choices!

~ All tickets for future events are organized, purchased ahead of time if need be, and details communicated to members.

~ You also have the opportunity, if you wish, to travel within North Carolina, the US or internationally. Silver Connections has formed partnerships with several travel agencies who cater to just our group! A variety of trips are planned from start to finish and you will always know that your travel companions will be members of Silver Connections! Again, there is no pressure to travel and you can pick and choose what trips you may want to go on. (Click on TRAVEL on the left sidebar to see just some of our trips!)

~ Each month at a dinner, all member's birthdays that month are celebrated with the group!

~ Being a part of a strong and caring community is a big part of Silver Connections. Birthdays, member news and other life events are recognized.

~ "New Member" Socials are held three times a year which allows all new members who have joined to meet and get to know one another!

~ You are not just a number in a large and impersonal group, but an individual whose membership is valued.

~ The owner's education with a BSW (Bachelors Degree in Social Work/Psychology) and MA (Masters of Arts in Gerontology) and experience which provides her with not only the background, but the abilty and expertise in working with those 55+, event planning and travel.

~ Protection. Certain pages of the Silver Connections website require a member Username and Password. This is to protect our member's privacy as security and safety are important to us.

~ We are also not a dating service or matchmaking enterprise, so you may enjoy events without pressure, in a relaxed environment. Love does happen (we have had four couples marry who met as members of Silver Connections!)), but it is not the goal of our group.

~ You may e-mail the owner at any time if you have a question, need information or have anything you want to discuss!

~ Most of all, you are meeting others like you who are age 55+, with similar life experiences and circumstances. You are making new friends and have unlimited opportunities to socialize!

Come enjoy our activities and meet the terrific members of our group!

Below Are The Steps To Begin!

1. You may fill out the application below which will be received by Silver Connections or you can choose to get in touch by going to the "Contact Us" page on this website.

2. You will be then be contacted as soon as possible by the Owner.

3. Together, you will set up a time to meet, that is convenient with your schedule. This is a relaxed conversation, to ask questions and to find out about all aspects of membership.

4. A packet will be given to you at the meeting with Silver Connections information.

Begin The Process By Filling Out The Application Below!

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

Please fill in all applicable information below and read the the Terms and Conditions. Click SUBMIT to send.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Street Address

City / State / Zip

Telephone 1

Telephone 2

Birthday Mo/Day

Are you at least 55 years old?

Occupation

Retired

How did you hear about Silver Connections?

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of Silver Connections as posted on this site.

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Terms and Conditions of Membership to Silver Connections

MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES: Silver Connections is a private membership organization and reserves the right, in its sole, absolute and subjective discretion to terminate or withhold membership or withhold membership benefits from anyone who attempts to abuse, exploit, threaten, disrespect or acts in an inappropriate manner while participating in Silver Connections activities, with its members, partners, the owner or staff. Repeated complaints by other members can be used as a reason to terminate membership.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: Silver Connections will make available to you, as a member of Silver Connections, various events and activities each month. Events will be announced online and you will have a chance to sign up for these activities or events. The selection of activities sponsored by Silver Connections shall be made by Silver Connections at its sole discretion. You understand that some events will be at no cost, others will require payment at the event and some events will require payment in advance. Costs of events are always at the forefront with consideration of price always a factor in determining events. You understand that in order to participate in any event, you must register for that event. You understand and agree that your participation in Silver Connections events can take place only if you are a member of Silver Connections.

EVENT CANCELLATIONS: You agree to adhere to an event cancellation policy. If you register for any event and must cancel for any reason, you must remove your name from the event. Membership policy strictly prohibits NO-SHOWS at an event, unless there is an unexpected emergency.

GUESTS: You may bring a guest one (1) time to a Silver Connections event and after that; we kindly ask that they would join Silver Connections in order to participate. You may bring as many guests as you would like per year, but one visit per guest. You may also bring any family member or out of town guests on Silver Connections trips or to any of our theater events as many times as you would like.

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION: You understand that Silver Connections encourages all qualified individuals to join Silver Connections and trusts each Member to accurately complete all portions of the Membership application. All information provided on the membership application is deemed truthful and valid. Providing any false information on the application is grounds for membership termination. Silver Connections also respects each Member's right to privacy. Thus, it is your responsibility alone to determine whether to interact with any other member or guest whether at any Silver Connections sponsored event or otherwise and you voluntarily take all risks associated with such interaction and your membership.

AGE AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS: A member is required to be age 55 or over to join Silver Connections. They are permitted to join if they will be turning age 55 within their current membership year.

TRANSPORTATION: You will be responsible for transportation to and from events. If applicable, carpooling is encouraged, arranged by members with each other.

TRAVEL: In most instances, Silver Connection's trips involve substantial walking and in multiple instances, getting on and off a motorcoach or airplane. Silver Connections staff or its members are not responsible or are expected to provide individual assistance to another member for walking, getting on and off motorcoaches, vans or other transportation, assisting with luggage or personal items of another individual on a trip.

SINGLE GROUP DEFINITION: A member must be single to join Silver Connections. If an individual wants to join single, but bring in a "significant other" from outside the organization, this is not permitted. Couples are not permitted to join since it is a singles organization. The only exception to this rule is if two people join single, meet while members of Silver Connections and become a couple, they will be permitted to continue as members.

YOU ASSUME RISK OF INJURY, DEATH, OR DAMAGE: You understand that participation in the events and activities sponsored by Silver Connections may involve risk of injury, death or damage to you or your property. At all times, a member has the choice of participating or not participating in any given activity. Of those activities in which a member chooses to participate, the member agrees to accept full responsibility for the decision to participate. You also understand that neither Silver Connections nor its owner, any employees, or subsidiaries have any responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, death or injury to you, your guests or your property resulting from you or your guest's participation in any Silver Connections event, Silver Connections providing transportation (such as by air, rail, bus or private vehicle) either directly or by use of an independent service or by carpooling with members or guests of Silver Connections.

YOU GIVE UP CLAIMS: You hereby give up and release Silver Connections, its owner and any employees from any and all claims, defenses or rights of offset arising out of your association, and Silver Connections sponsored events or activities in which you participate or any contact or communication between you and any other Silver Connections member or guest

INDEMNITY/REIMBURSEMENT: You agree to reimburse and pay Silver Connections and its Affiliates for any and all loss (including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs) which occurs due to claims resulting from (a) your Membership in Silver Connections (b) you or your guest's participation in Silver Connections sponsored events and activities; (c) any inaccuracies or failure to disclose information by you or your guests; (d) any service provided to you or your guests by Silver Connections or its Affiliates; and (e) any action by any other Member or guest arising out of or related to your Membership.

REQUEST TO RECEIVE REFUND: No refund will be given once yearly membership fee is paid unless there is a move out of the coverage area. Getting engaged or married to someone outside of the group does not qualify a member for a refund.

MEMBERSHIP NON-ASSIGNABLE/NON-TRANSFERABLE: You understand that your Membership is personal to you and that you may not transfer or assign it to any other individual.

NSF CHECKS / CREDIT CARD CHARGEBACKS: A fee of $35.00 will be automatically assessed by Silver Connections for credit card chargebacks, returned checks or failed credit or account draft due to insufficient funds, your account closed or other circumstances.

RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP: Upon renewal of membership, by payment of your membership fee, you agree to the above terms and conditions which you had checked when submitting your original membership application.