Woody was living in Boston at the time and he became painfully aware of the fact that while younger gays and the lesbian community had their own outlets for social contacts there were no similar outlets for mature gays. To meet this need Woody started a Prime Timers group in Boston as a club for mature gays and bisexuals where they could enjoy common social activities, and feel free to share their thoughts and needs with their peers without fear of prejudice or publicity. He established four guiding principles. The activities should be planned and organized by the members themselves. Secondly, the Chapter should be administered by a small committee, with the minimum of red tape, and the administrative costs should be kept to a minimum.
Many senior gays are far from affluent.
Thirdly the member's right to privacy should be protected. All membership information should be kept strictly confidential. Fourthly, membership should be limited to gay and bisexual men over 39. If the Chapter members wish, they may invite younger members, who are partners of older members, to join. The growth of Woody's venture has been outstanding.