I think they're looking for those out-of-the-box opportunities." Seniors mingle at a recent speed-dating event in Portage, Michigan. "But with the influx of baby boomers, and as more people are aging. "This is definitely out-of-the-box thinking for us, and for a lot of senior centers," she said.
She's organized five speed-dating events for seniors in her community so far, with more planned for November and December. Speed dating typically conjures images of big cities and millennials, but as Phillips is learning, it might also be a unique fit for senior citizens.