Our Promise to Each Other
Our shared values keep this club a joy for everyone. We believe in being good neighbors, listening with open hearts, and making sure every member at Wynmoor feels at home and truly appreciated as we work together for good.
Top 5 Rules for a Friendly Club
- Be kind and treat everyone with a smile.
- Listen carefully when others are speaking.
- Keep our online chats polite and helpful.
- Follow meeting times so everyone gets a turn.
- Speak to a board member if you have any worries.
Respectful Conduct
Online Interactions
Meetings and Events
We treat everyone with dignity. We value different perspectives and listen more than we speak. Our goal is to promote a supportive community where we debate ideas, not personalities. Kindness is our first priority.
When using this site or our social media spaces, keep your comments polite and on-topic. Avoid all-caps and refrain from sharing unverified rumors. We keep our digital space clean, helpful, and friendly.
During our gatherings in the Grand Ballroom or elsewhere, please give speakers your full attention. Wait to be recognized before speaking and adhere to time limits for community questions.
Reporting Concerns
Response Actions
Content Review & Participation
If you see something that makes you uncomfortable, please reach out. You can speak to any board member at a meeting or use the 'Contact Us' button on the website. All reports are handled with confidentiality.
The club may take actions including a simple reminder, a cooling-off period, or in serious cases, a request for a member to step away. Our priority is maintaining a safe club for all.
To help maintain a respectful, constructive, and welcoming environment, the Wynmoor Democratic Club reserves the right to review, moderate, decline, or remove content that does not comply with the website’s Code of Conduct or community participation guidelines.
Our goal is to encourage thoughtful discussion while maintaining a positive and respectful experience for all members and visitors.
General Respectful Conduct
We pride ourselves on maintaining a warm and professional atmosphere. Every member is expected to uphold these core values of courtesy and kindness in all club interactions.
- Listen with an open mind to all points of view.
- Use kind and clear language at all times.
- Be patient with fellow members and volunteers.
- Treat every person with the same respect you expect in return.
- Focus on constructive ideas rather than personal criticism.
In Our Online Spaces
Rules for our website, community forums, and club social media groups.
Our online platforms are extensions of our meeting hall. We expect the same level of courtesy and senior-friendly support in every digital interaction.
- Use Your Real Name: We are a community of neighbors. Please use your real name so we know who we are talking to.
- Be Kind in Comments: It is easy to misread tone online. Always assume the best intentions and respond with patience.
- Protect Privacy: Never post another member's phone number, address, or private information without their permission.
- No Spam or Sales: These spaces are for civic discussion and club news, not for commercial advertisements.
- Think Before You Post: Once something is online, it stays there. Make sure your words reflect the warm spirit of the community.
Meeting Etiquette
During meetings, please listen attentively and wait for your turn to speak. Use respectful language even when you disagree with a speaker's point of view. Let's keep our focus on democratic values and community betterment.
In-Person Meetings & Events
We value the vibrant energy and wisdom each member brings to our community. To ensure every voice is heard and every gathering is productive, we follow these guidelines for all our face-to-face club activities.
Event Participation
Engage actively with our guest speakers and fellow members. We encourage asking thoughtful questions during Q&A sessions while remaining courteous to all present. Help us maintain a warm, welcoming environment for our guests.
Shared Spaces
Whether in the Grand Ballroom or local social centers, treat our shared venues with care.
Be mindful of fellow residents' comfort, assist those with mobility needs where possible, and help keep our meeting areas tidy.