Learn tips on how to stay safe, be brave, and fall in love again! Kathleen McGuinness, a widow who began online dating at age 69 after a long marriage, is set to share her insights in a live discussion focused on online dating for seniors. Join us for a live & interactive discussion where she shares key tips for staying safe, being courageous, and finding love again in the online dating landscape. 

Kathleen M. McGuinness KMM Consulting, Solutions for Aging in Place   Certified Dementia Practitioner, CDP, EOL, SHSS

• 301-873-5506
• KMM7720@gmail.com

Chat Transcript 

12:11:36     From zahida hasan : yes, I get it, sibling share in responsibility

12:13:12     From CAROL LAVRICH : can we get copies of the slides?

12:16:01     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : The recording will be available – she asked not to share the slides but I shared the tip sheet

12:18:29     From Tracy Lewis  to  Hosts and panelists : Is face time ok instead of zoom

12:19:56     From Linda Burhans : do you google them?

12:20:00     From Gary Timmons : Some dating apps do have an anonymous video chat function.

12:20:00     From Pat Lauria : Did you use a new email address?

12:20:35     From marcie katcher  to  Hosts and panelists : Is there a good free background check

12:20:57     From Patti Hanson : I got scammed big time with online dating.

12:21:22     From marcie katcher  to  Hosts and panelists : Can we have slides

12:22:18     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : Here are some of the top online dating apps tailored for people over 60:

• OurTime
• SilverSingles
• eHarmony
• Match.com
• Lumen
• SeniorMatch
• Elite Singles

12:22:27     From Steve Xxx  to  Hosts and panelists : Why on 3 month subscription

12:26:08     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : Kathleen M. McGuinness

KMM Consulting, Solutions for Aging in Place  

Certified Dementia Practitioner, CDP, EOL, SHSS

KMM Consulting 301-873-5506

Solutions for Aging in Place 

KMM7720@gmail.com

12:26:40     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : took a “dating class” and was impressed Erika Ettin (202.716.8343) a Dating Coach    

Email Ericka Ettin: info@alittlenudge.com

12:26:47     From Jeanina DiVittorio : Kathleen, I admire you for sharing your personal experience about this vulnerable aspect of life.  I am happily married yet my college roommate, who is single and just turned 60, and I talk so much about this “process”.  Can’t wait to share this with her and with other friends and family!

12:29:25     From Pat Lauria : Can’t be newly divorced!  Or separated.

12:39:36     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : If you want to gracefully end a conversation or interaction in online dating, you could say something like:

“I’ve enjoyed our conversation, but I’m realizing that I don’t think we’re the right match. Wishing you all the best in your search!”

This approach is polite, clear, and leaves the door open for both parties to move on without any hard feelings.

12:40:34     From zahida hasan : perfect

12:43:03     From zahida hasan : there are cultural specific sites too

12:45:56     From Steve Xxx  to  Hosts and panelists : Since there are so many scammers on the web I would never give out my last name to anyone till I’ve met them a few times.  Some people might view this as a red flag but my safety is of utmost importance.  What are you thought on this

12:46:00     From Marianne Thomas  to  Hosts and panelists : I received a text from someone who said, “Getting your number was hard to find. Do you have time for dinner”. No name and area code from someplace like Utah. I deleted it.

12:52:48     From Steve Gurney – ProAging Community : Culturally specific dating sites cater to individuals looking to connect with others who share similar cultural, ethnic, or religious backgrounds. Here’s a list of some popular cultural or niche dating sites:

1. JDate
2. Shaadi
3. Christian Mingle
4. Muslima
5. BlackPeopleMeet
6. LatinAmericanCupid
7. AsianDating
8. MexicanCupid
9. EliteSingles
10. Hinge
11. SingleMuslim
12. InterracialMatch

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Steve Gurney Positive Aging Community

Steve Gurney founded Retirement Living SourceBook in 1990. Drawing from the experience of observing his family caring for Steve’s aging grandfather, he created a comprehensive publication to help others in the same situation. Over the next few years Steve expanded the publication to three regional editions, DC metro, State of Maryland, and the Philadelphia region. Steve has worked closely with nearly every regional and national organization on aging to help maximize their exposure and helping find solutions to their challenges.

In 1998, Mr. Gurney sold his company to The Washington Post where he served as General Manager of Sourcebook and the Senior Living Solutions Division. In 2019, Mr. Gurney acquired the resource back, and has re-branded as Positive Aging Community adding a new design and content, distribution partners, podcasts, and a robust schedule of live and interactive discussions with thought-leaders on a wide variety of topics.

In addition, Mr. Gurney founded ProAging Network meetings and leads the DC Senior Resource Group important resources for senior-serving professionals.

Mr. Gurney serves or has served on the board of directors for the Grass Roots Organization for the Well-Being of Seniors (GROWS), Alzheimer’s Association, Interages, Business and Aging Task Force, Virginia Intergenerational Task Force, and the Beacon Institute. Steve has served on countless committees and provided guidance to help organizations and businesses better serve the senior population. Mr. Gurney has received awards and recognition from the Seabury Resources for Aging, Maryland Assisted Living Association, the Senior Marketing Institute and other notable organizations. Steve is a regular speaker at local, regional and national events and has been featured in regional and national publications, electronic and broadcast media.

Steve Gurney received a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Old Dominion University and a Masters Degree from the Erickson School of Aging Studies at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC).

Mr. Gurney served as an adjunct professor at Erickson School of Aging Studies at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), instructing in the undergraduate and graduate programs.

Steve is a competitive endurance athlete and certified level 2 Adaptive Snowboard Instructor with the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI), a certified level 2 Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor with the American Canoe Association (ACA). In the winter he instructs with Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports at Liberty Mountain Resort, and for over eight years he led operations and a team of instructors at Surf Reston Stand Up Paddleboarding, which he turned over to Reston Association.