Article by Liisa Ogburn.
It’s Never to Late to Date
People assume they’re too old to start over with a new person. That is not necessarily true. Matchmaker Kate Freiman-Fox answers your common questions.
There’s the perception that after a certain age, we’re too old to imagine meeting someone new, much less start dating. “I am a widow and 70. Me? Date?” a neighbor recently said. Another friend said, “Try to meet someone online? Is it safe?” What both conveyed though, was that they were lonely. I recently heard a presentation by Kate Freiman-Fox at Overture Crabtree. Kate, a practicing psychologist for almost 30 years, started a matchmaking company called Authentic Connections, which helps people with similar interests and values meet. She works in the Triangle with people of all ages. She meets with her clients in their homes for an extensive interview, and then matches them with other suitable singles in her database. Clients pay as they go. Here is our interview.
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About the Author:
Liisa Ogburn is at the heart of Aging Advisors NC, bringing a rich blend of personal experience and global perspective to elder care. Raised in North Carolina with deep roots in Finland, Liisa has a unique appreciation for diverse approaches to aging, shaped by her life across different cultures including Finland, Estonia, Germany, England, Japan, and Costa Rica.
Her path into elder care consulting was deeply personal. While juggling her role as a Duke University educator and caring for her father-in-law and three young children, Liisa started sharing her family’s journey through articles for The New York Times and later, over 300 posts for WRAL Raleigh on everything from handling loss to choosing the right elder care options.
A teacher at heart, Liisa thrives on empowering others with knowledge. She offers her expertise in presentations to various groups—from churches to professional firms—and writes extensively, reaching audiences far and wide. Her credentials include certifications in geriatric care and a special certification from Brown University to teach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, reinforcing her belief that calm minds make sound decisions.
