There is a commercial being aired in some markets in which a mature gentleman calls for his date. The woman's son answers the door and is very concerned as his mother and her date "lay rubber" as they leave the house. This is of course a dramatization but it makes an excellent point. Single Seniors are perfectly capable of enjoying the dating scene just as they were when they were younger. Be prepared to see this happen and do what you can to support them in establishing these relationships.
Another point to keep in mind, if you are introducing your relative to someone new, keep in mind their respective mental/emotional ages. I have a friend who has been introduced to several very nice women who are 10 to 15 years older than him, in their outlook on life. He has had the good fortune to meet a lady who is his age as it refers to his outlook on life. He met this lady incidentally through a friend and as a part of his usual social activity.
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