 PROBUS is a local, national, and international association of retired people who come together in non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit, autonomous clubs which provide regular opportunities for members to meet others in similar circumstances, with similar levels of interest, make new friends, and maintain and expand their interests.Probus Clubs can be made up of men, women or be mixed (men and women) clubs.It is normal for the spouses of club members and widows of former members to be encouraged to participate in the social activities.