dates for 60-year olds?

[bongerman]

My wife's parents divorced about 3 or 4 years ago after being married for over 30 years - her Dad has now remarried. Her mum has been very hurt by it all and all previous indications have been that she will see out the rest of her days as a single woman.

This Christmas, however, she mentioned she occasionally looks at contacts in papers to "see what people are looking for", but went on to say that she would NOT want any sexual relationships and fears that any man would "expect" this, thus dooming any potential relationship.

Does anyone know of any dating agencies that cater for "companionship" rather than "relationships". She's just turned 60 and is a very active person. Any ideas appreciated.

Cheers,

Ben.

[REDHEAD24]

www.plentyoffish

she can search for friendship in her area

u can get some ads for sexual realtions

[REDHEAD24]

http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=PLENTY+ OF+FISH&meta=

[bongerman]

Thanks for your swift reply. Just looked at the homepage and out of the latest potential dates is a bloke called canisqueezeyourtits, a topless bloke and several female 20-somethings showing cleavage. This would definitely put her off.

Are there any sites spcifically for older people?

[Whoever]

If she is just wanting to widen her social circle and mix with people who have common interests she could do worse than consider joining U3A (University of the Third Age) which is a national organisation, mainly for retired people or those "winding down" from work. They hold monthly meetings and most branches have many sub-groups devoted to different interests. If she Googles U3A she'll probably be able to find a branch in her area. Her local library may also have details of local organisations where she may find some new friends. Often more serious relationships can spring from such contacts. Also local volunteering opportunities can open up possibilities of making new friendships. At her age, she just needs to start thinking in different ways, rather than just looking at dating agencies.

[Whoever]

Forgot to mention that if she's interested in the countryside and things generally related to it, the National Trust also have member groups throughout the country, where they organise talks, presentations, outings, etc. Some of these will meet during the day where there are more likely to be people in her age group who are not working. Go to the National Trust website and search for Member Groups.

[Whoever]

Forgot to mention that if she likes historical buildings and gardens, etc. The National Trust also have local groups which hold meetings, talks and arrange outings to places of interest. Many of them will meet during the day and thus are more likely to have members of her age group who are no longer workings. If she visits the National Trust website looks for Member Groups, and types in her postcode or local area, she will find details.

[oldwoman]

I buy the Yours magazine,I am also 60 so it is aimed at this age group. There are pages at the back for people just looking for friendship. Buy her a copy at the newsagents. It is also helpful on all topics to do with this age group.