Senior Dating: How to Find Love (Without Pretending You Like Golf) 

Look, dating after 60 isn’t what it used to be. Back in your day, you met someone at a sock hop or through a carefully chaperoned church social. Now? Your grandkids are setting up your Tinder profile while you’re still trying to figure out how to open the PDF they sent you. 

But here’s the good news: Dating as a seasoned human is way more fun. No games, no nonsense—just good company, great stories, and maybe even a little romance (if you’re into that sort of thing). 

Step 1: Get Over the “Aren’t I Too Old for This?” Nonsense 

Let’s be real—the only thing you’re “too old” for is pretending you don’t want companionship just because society says you should be content with knitting and reruns of Murder, She Wrote. 

Repeat after me: 

• It’s not “desperate” to want company. It’s human. 
• No, you’re not “taking someone’s spot” by dating. The more love, the merrier. 
• And no, you don’t have to settle for someone just because they’re “age appropriate” and still have their original hips. 

Pro Tip: If anyone gives you side-eye for dating later in life, remind them that Betty White was out here slaying well into her 90s. 

Step 2: Where to Meet People (That Doesn’t Involve Bingo Night) 

Sure, you could linger by the prune juice aisle hoping for a meet-cute… or you could actually go where the people are. 

Unexpectedly Great Places to Meet Fellow Singles: 

✅ The Dog Park – Nothing bonds people faster than mutual judgment over poorly behaved Chihuahuas. 
✅ Wine & Paint Nights – You get to drink and pretend you meant to paint your sunset like that. 
✅ Grocery Store Cooking Classes – “Oh, you also don’t know how to julienne a carrot? How interesting.” 
✅ Funeral Homes – Too dark? Too dark. (But honestly, the social hour after a service is ripe with eligible widowers.) 
✅ Facebook Groups for Hobbies – Yes, even if your hobby is “complaining about modern technology.” 

Warning: Avoid the early-bird dinner crowd unless you want to compete with someone’s coupon collection for attention. 

Step 3: Online Dating (Without Wanting to Throw Your iPad Out the Window) 

If the idea of “swiping” makes you think of cleaning floors, don’t worry—senior dating sites are much simpler. 

How to Not Lose Your Mind Online: 

• Post recent photos. (That black-and-white pic from your 20s? Cute, but misleading.) 
• Write a bio that sounds like you. Example: “Enjoy slow walks, fast naps, and not being yelled at by my grandkids for forgetting how to FaceTime.” 
• Meet in public first. Coffee > dinner. Less pressure, easier escape if they turn out to be a weirdo. 
• Ignore the scammers. If their profile says “I’m a 28-year-old supermodel who loves older souls,” that’s not Prince Charming—that’s a Nigerian scammer named Gerald. 

Best First Message: “So, do you also miss when phones were attached to walls?” 

Step 4: The First Date (Keep It Simple, for the Love of God) 

No skydiving. No interpretive dance performances. Just easy. 

Great First Date Ideas for Grown-Ups: 
☕ Coffee or Ice Cream – Short, sweet, and if it’s a dud, you’re out $5. 
🌿 Botanical Gardens – Walking + pretty scenery = easy conversation. 
🎵 Live Music (Early Show) – Lets you pretend you’re still hip and be in bed by 9. 
🍷 Wine Tasting – Because nothing loosens up a first date like pretending you can taste “hints of oak.” 

What Not to Do: 

• Bring up your ex’s flaws in the first 10 minutes. 
• Talk about your will. (Save that for date three, like a civilized person.) 
• Wear uncomfortable shoes. (You’re too old for blisters.) 

Step 5: Red Flags (Because Some People Never Grow Up) 

Just because you’re older doesn’t mean everyone is mature. Watch out for: 

🚩 They hate your cat/dog/grandkids – Immediate dealbreaker. 
🚩 They “just need a little financial help” – Nope. Bye, Gerald. 
🚩 They still have a flip phone – Admirable, but how will they send you memes? 
🚩 They refer to their ex as “the devil incarnate” – Drama doesn’t retire at 60. 

Step 6: Take It at Your Pace (Because Who’s Rushing?) 

Some seniors move fast (“Let’s get married in Vegas!”). Others take years. Both are fine. 

You’re ready to get serious when: 

• You want to introduce them to your grandkids (and you’re not just doing it to prove you’re “still got it”). 
• They make you laugh and feel respected. 
• You’re not just filling time—you’re actually excited when they call. 

Final Thought: Love Isn’t Just for the Young 

The best part about dating now? You know exactly who you are and what you want. No games, no guesswork—just good company and maybe even a little late-in-life magic. 

So get out there. Flirt shamelessly. And if anyone tells you you’re “too old” for romance, just smile and say: 

“Honey, I’ve earned this.” 

Now go forth—and may your Wi-Fi connection be strong, your dates be interesting, and your heart be open. ❤️ 

(And if all else fails, there’s always bingo.)