Giving or receiving? My last lover was 76 and loved a gentle massage. She also gave as good as she got.

I think it's just you. I know a lot of women that are older and still love touch.

I love tactile stuff but my partner won’t ever initiate but will engage if I do. I don’t mind though it gives me a bit of freedom. She’s not touchy touchy at all and sometimes I get a disconnected feeling but all I have to do is cuddle her and it’s all ok again

Not me, it is more important than ever. That connection and intimacy that all kinds of touch bring.

Oh heck no. If anything, it's increased. I was very wary about touch when I was younger. That being said, it ALL depends on who is doing it and in what context.

Perhaps, I'm a touch snob. If the timing is off its annoying. I was more receptive when I was younger.

I’m not.

Sometimes

When do you make the offer? I’m all for massage from a lover but not on a first date. Also, what’s the skill set? Some people touch all the wrong places and it’s so freaking awkward.

If I’ve just met someone, I’m going to be shy and reserved before I let my guard down and open my boundaries. Anything that feels too aggressive causes me to keep my distance.
I didn’t use to be that way, but hard experience in online dating has taught me to be cautious and go slowly.
I’m not big on PDA anyway. Holding hands, maybe arm around the shoulders and a quick kiss. I’m too shy, and too old, to make out in public.

Well there are people out there that believe the earth is flat so it's no surprise that there are people out there who don't like massages.

I hurt too, but I will still give if it counts

I don't think they value touch any less, as long as it's the right kind. But I think as women age they tend to see more value in the little things that make up a relationship as time passes. Like when you go the extra mile and make her dinner after a rough day. Or the quirks of a simple shared conversation over something either of you are passionate about.

At the same time, I am sure that after awhile the occasional usual massage may be good, but can be a bit stale after awhile. Which means that we as significant others need to stay on our toes and shake things up a little. So don't be complacent, try or learn something new to liven things up a little!

Sometimes just simply talking with them can help, or adding a bit of scented oils or lotions from Bath and Bodyworks can be nice. I particularly like the Japanese Cherry Blossom. Whatever the scent may be make sure she has a hand in picking it or at least try to be mindful with what she may or may not like.

I don't think they value touch any less, as long as it's the right kind. But I think as women age they tend to see more value in the little things that make up a relationship as time passes. Like when you go the extra mile and make her dinner after a rough day. Or the quirks of a simple shared conversation over something either of you are passionate about.

At the same time, I am sure that after awhile the occasional usual massage may be good, but can be a bit stale after awhile. Which means that we as significant others need to stay on our toes and shake things up a little. So don't be complacent, try or learn something new to liven things up a little!

Sometimes just simply talking with them can help, or adding a bit of scented oils or lotions from Bath and Bodyworks can be nice. I particularly like the Japanese Cherry Blossom. Whatever the scent may be make sure she has a hand in picking it or at least try to be mindful with what she may or may not like.

I’m not sure I understand the question.

I've no experience with this

Oh my goodness. Not me. But it might be that women get older and give up on giving like they have they're whole lives. Women are nurturers but when they don't get their needs met they do tend to give up on giving.

I think it is just you. I am all about touch. Not so much giving a massage, my hands have arthritis so it hurts to give massages, but I will take a massage any day.