Silver Linings Seniors Speed Dating Event
Support and Advice
Suggestions
Don’t give out a lot of personal information in the beginning.
Set boundaries.
Think about what kind of date you want to have.
Video chat.
Meet in a public place.
Tell a family member or friend the details of your date so someone knows where you are.
Wear something red.
Wear something that will cause someone to give you a compliment.
What are you looking for in a date/mate?
Weight Height Build
Ethical, ambitious, hardworking.
Casual, committed, marriage?
Character traits?
Look and be healthy.
Questions to ask yourself?
Did I make an effort?
Did I stay present in the moment?
Did I do something outside my comfort zone?
What am I going to bring into this experience?
How I’m Going To Show Up
I’m going to have the best time.
I’m going to be friendly.
I’m going to approach people.
Make sure you let people know you are paying attention to what they are saying. Repeat the question.
Lots of Sample Questions
What do you do?
Where do you live?
Where do you come from?
What do you like to do in your spare time?
What do you geek out about?
What brings you joy?
What is your secret passion project, something you would love to do?
What was the best thing about your day or week?
What is something you’re excited about?
What’s the most exciting place you have visited?
What country would you recommend visiting?
Which TV program which you give up to go out on a date with me?
If people were thrown in jail for a bad habit, what would you be thrown in jail for?
If you could change how you were raised, what would you change?
When something cool in a movie happens, are you the person who claps?
Before you make a phone call, do you rehearse what you’re going to say and why?
What would be a perfect day for you?
When was the last time you sang to yourself or someone else?
What would be your chosen superpower and why?
Is there something you have dreamed of for a long time and why didn’t you do it?
Icebreaker activities can be essential to help participants feel more at ease and initiate conversations in a speed dating event for seniors over 50. Here are some ideas:
Memory Lane Mingle: Provide participants with a list of historical events or popular culture milestones from their younger years.
Two Truths and a Tale: Each participant shares two true statements and one false statement about themselves. Others then try to guess which statement is the false one.
Life’s Playlist: Ask participants to choose a song that represents a significant moment or memory in their lives. Have them share the story behind their chosen song.
Name That Tune: Play short snippets of popular songs from the past, and participants can work together to guess the song titles. This activity not only breaks the ice but also provides a topic for conversation about music preferences and memories.
Bucket List Bonding: Encourage participants to discuss and share their bucket lists. This activity can uncover shared interests and goals, providing a natural segue into deeper conversations.
Travel Tales: Ask participants to share their favorite travel destinations or places they’ve always wanted to visit. This can lead to discussions about personal experiences and spark a sense of adventure.
Humor Hour: Share a few lighthearted jokes or funny anecdotes to create a relaxed atmosphere. Encourage participants to share their favorite jokes or humorous stories with each other.
Compliment Cards: Provide participants with cards where they can write compliments or positive observations about their speed dating partners. This encourages a positive and uplifting atmosphere.
Remember to keep the icebreaker activities light, enjoyable, and respectful of the participants’ comfort levels. The goal is to foster connections and make everyone feel at ease in the speed dating setting.
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