Romeo News

GROUPS Like the ROMEO'S May Help You Live Longer! Social relationships increase our chances of a longer life by 50 percent, according to a recent study by a pair of Brigham Young University professors.

The Ocala, Florida R.O.M.E.O. ( http://www.romeoclub.org/ocalafl.htm ) which just got started officially in September, went from 4 members to 16 members as of Nov. 7th. We meet EACH morning at the route 200 Winn-Dixie store in the back each morning and some of us show up Saturday & Sunday mornings as well. We seem to further meet at the Methodist church up the street for their once a month Saturday breakfast at $5.00 per person. They put out a good spread for the money and besides it's good charity. We encourage women to join us and especially people from On Top of the World. Come and join us from 8 - 9 a.m. for some lively conversation.

I just wanted to say Thanks for the opportunity to tell you about our ROMEO in Louisville, KY. It's called the "HomeView Gang" and we meet the first Wednesday of every month. I know there are several other ROMEO's in Louisville but, they are not as "vocal" as I am. I guess I have to visit and address that. Our unit is 18 members strong but our normal turn out is around 12. We normally meet at Creekers' Bar and Grill at 1pm. We are subject to change if it will make it easier for any person. Just name the place... the time and day of the month has to stay the same. There are some pictures on www.romeoclub.org/louisvilleky.htm but as yet I haven't added and I haven't named them. Can you Guess? Contact me: Ron Stallings, 502-412-5033 or email r.stallings@insightbb.com

How to start a ROMEO Club in your area

Find a meeting place, such as a coffee shop, restaurant, or other appropriate location. Select a meeting time that would convenient for most retired men. Then put an advertisement in the community section of your local news paper (usually it is a free listing for clubs & organizations) that reads something like this: The Romeo Club (Retired Old Men Eating Out) is looking for new members. We meet at (state time) a.m./p. m. every (state day of week/month) at the selected location. Come join in the fun. Call for location or more information, your name and phone number. Next contact the location to set up the meeting where you can meet at, that will give the group separate checks and the rest will happen on its own. Once the group is established, send us your information and pictures so we can publish the clubs web page. go to www.romeoclub.org.

How to find a ROMEO Club near you

There are many ROMEO Clubs that are associated with Church groups, National Organizations & Clubs, City Senior Centers, Homeowners Associations, Labor & worker Groups, etc. These establishments usually have their own website and the ROMEO group that is associated with them share a webpage on the establishments main website. Therefore you will not find a page for them on our website, although we try to find them and put links to their webpage or listing. That being the case, you can search the internet as follows:
In the Google or other search engine’s search box type in the words: romeo club “retired old men” (your city state) this will bring up a short list of possible clubs or some information to search further. Another approach is to check notices in the local newspaper. Look at the coming events and meetings section or the clubs and organizations section. If you can't find one, Go for it, and start your own club. see our website http://www.romeoclub.org/

And you thought retirement was easy

As a retired “old or young” man we now face many new frustrations and challenging tasks, especially when it comes to healthcare with it’s many options. If you are not yet 65 and have your own health insurance good luck when you turn 65 and go on Medicare (parts A and B) and have a Medigap policy or a Medicare Advantage Plan.
We would like to have comments both good (if there are any) and bad, about your experiences with the “SYSTEM”. This is a frequent topic of discussion at the lunch table. We hope you will share your thoughts with us.

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The ROMEO Club

Are you a retired guy that goes out to eat and have conversation with a group of other men? You might call your group ROMEO's or "Retired Old Men Eating Out". There are many such groups around the country. We have formed a National organization to host your group. Check it out at www.romeoclub.org.
Tell me what you think, will you list your group on this website. Why or why not????