On this episode of Boomer Living, we have Barry Jacobs and his wife, Julia Mayor. Both are clinical psychologists and together they co-authored two books: "Love and Meaning After 50", and "Meditations for Caregivers".

[01:24] Introduction
[02:02] As you get older, how does the role of marriage change?
[04:58] Why is the divorce rate among married couples over 50 increasing in the US?
[07:07] Do you think any of this is because of a lack of understanding of relationships, changing roles as we age? What can couples do to lessen the risks of divorce and stay together and happily married?
[10:01] What is the impact of caregiving on relationships of couples over 50? And how does caregiving affect relationships?
[16:06] Can you give suggestions, how can couples make sure that this doesn't create tension in the relationship?
[18:16] What are some key ways to revitalizing the marriage in the last third of life?
[20:16] How can senior living communities create marriage enrichment programs and family care, giving support programs?
[22:14] How can senior living communities support residents who have lost their partner and are still dealing with the emotional impact of it?
[23:29] What motivated you to write two books together as a couple? And can you share with the audience about your books?
[25:26] Can you say what the names of the books are and can listeners find it on Amazon or where can they find it?
[25:50] Closing thoughts

Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist and Principal in the Philadelphia office of Health Management Associates, a national healthcare consulting firm. He is a monthly columnist on family caregiving for AARP.org and an honorary board member of the Well Spouse Association.

Julia L. Mayer, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Media, PA. She specializes in helping individuals and couples with trauma and family caregiving.

They are married and have co-authored two books: AARP Meditations for Caregivers (Da Capo, 2016) AND AARP Love and Meaning After 50 (Hachette Go, 2020).

Visit Julia and Barry on the web at https://loveandmeaning.com/ where you can view their books and learn more about relationships as we age.