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Summary and Video of November’s Second Wednesday Conversation
A significant portion of the conversation centered on how to effectively communicate DNR and POLST status to emergency responders. The group also discussed the pros and cons of club licenses for alcohol in dining areas and the variety of religious services available at different facilities.

ORANJ 2026 Plenary
The 2026 ORANJ Plenary was held on Wednesday, October 28th, at the Medford Leas Continuing Care Community in Medford. It was well attended with over 120 representatives from 24 of the 26 communities in attendance. We also took this opportunity to welcome our newest member—The Vista in Wycoff.

Summary of October’s Second Wednesday Conversation
Quick recap This meeting was a Second Wednesday conversation focused on marketing activities and communication systems in CCRCs (Continuing Care Retirement Communities). The discussion began

Summary of September’s Second Wednesday Conversation
Key Outcomes The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming ORANJ Plenary on October 28 at Medford Leas, including registration deadlines and accessibility arrangements. Members

Summary of June’s Second Wednesday Conversation
The meeting, via ZOOM, was called to order by President, Barbara Trought, at 10:00am. There were “27 screens” present. Barbara noted that Jack Mahon has

Summary and video of May’s Second Wednesday conversation
Thirty-one residents from eighteen communities met via Zoom for conversation on May’s second Wednesday. Barbara Trought moderated and the discussion began with an announcement that we

Summary and video of April’s Second Wednesday conversation
Over thirty members from nineteen ORANJ communities met via Zoom on Wednesday 8 April 2026. The meeting was called to order by Barbara Trought at

Summary of March’s Second Wednesday Conversation
Just prior to 10AM Barbara Trought introduced the ORANJ Board Members in attendance and welcomed everyone. She told all in attendance about ORANJ. Then the

Summary of February’s Second Wednesday Conversation
In one of our larger 2WCs in years three dozen residents of 18 communities gathered as the effects of 2026’s major winter storm were still