Tell Us About Your Ageless or Intergenerational Friendship

Tell Us About Your Ageless Friendship

Do you have a close friend who is much older or younger than you

Stocksy Julia Andrews, 76, and her best friend, Dorothy Hamilton, 19 years younger, prove that people of all ages have much to gain from one another. The two, who met at work, have been close friends for 25 years. Despite Hamilton being the same age as Andrews’ daughter, the women travel together, enjoy girls’ nights out, and spend holidays at each other’s home. They say they understand each other and that their unique openhearted connection has caused their age differences to quickly melt away. Get inspired by Ricky and Doris' ageless friendship "Dorothy's actions have always spoken louder than her words. She loves my entire family and we love her family as well,” Andrews said, adding that Hamilton treats her as if she were decades younger. “I like that because it helps to keep me feeling young." Although many people gravitate toward those in their own age group when it comes to making good friends, a friendship spanning different generations can offer a beneficial contrast in perspectives on life as well as an array of other rich rewards. Are you close friends with someone outside your age range? What impact has that friendship had on your life? We want to tell the stories of men and women who don’t let age stand in the way of friendship. To share your story, please click the link below and complete the form by midnight on March 15. One of our editors may be in touch soon. Thank you for helping us celebrate the beauty of all kinds of long friendships. © 2022 AARP Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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