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Speed Dating in Portsmouth for 30s & 40s

As of , only 57 percent of people 65 and older in America were married. So how is the other 43 percent finding love if they haven't already? Perhaps though speed-dating, if they're lucky enough to have an event in their city. This is a concept filmmaker Steven Loring , 52, is hoping to promote with his new documentary "The Age of Love. As soon as one was planned, Loring began documenting the stories of the 30 singles who signed up. The narratives that unfold in his film are full of vulnerability and frankness from a demographic whose experiences usually go untold.

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Shortly after celebrating his 50th wedding anniversary, Steven Loring's father died. As Loring helped his mother sort through financial documents and condolences, she turned to him and asked, "Is that it? No one is ever going to hug me or hold me or touch me for the rest of my life? Loring was taken aback by his mom's question. Loring's documentary, " The Age of Love ," which explores speed dating for older people, was inspired by that conversation.

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Speed dating is a method of effective meeting new people. It originally comes from the USA. The principle is simple, to arrange a fast and efficient meeting of a large number of singles. On average, a group of 10 men and 10 women meet at a designated point. Restaurants are considered as the most popular places for speed dating events. The events are hosted by a presenter who starts the event and is in charge of its course.

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'The Age of Love' Explores What It's Like To Try Speed Dating At 70

Having a strong social network has a positive effect on the health of senior citizens. But here's the thing: Finding a partner and friends can be tougher for older adults. Tammy, a Kalamazoo-area woman, has been searching for that special someone for a long time. I am divorced, and I have been on my own for about 18 years," she says. Gordon is a year-old man from Portage.

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