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BUY JANE'S BOOK
Jane has conducted research on the sexuality of older adults in same-sex relationships. Her new book, The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging, is a Nautilus Award winner and starred Kirkus Review selection. Purchase
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TAKE AN ONLINE COURSE
Sex & Aging in a Balance: The Dialectics of Loss and Pleasure
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Social workers and other practitioners often express concerns when discussing sexuality with older adults. This course addresses the impacts of aging on sexuality, the sexual challenges of chronic illness, and the possibility of pleasure for older adults. We'll emphasize the application of successful strategies you can use when working with an aging population.
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LISTEN TO HER PODCAST
Jane’s research and writing captivate audiences across the U.S. and abroad. Listen to Jane's free monthly podcast, Our Better Half, and read her guest blog posts on Sex Rebelle, Hot Octopuss, and Age Right.
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IN THE NEWS
"The Joys (and Challenges) of Sex After 70," Maggie Jones, The New York Times Magazine
"Celebrating The Stonewall Generation," Emily Nagoski, Confidence and Joy
"Why Sex Helps Boost Mood and Relieve Stress," Anna Medaris, Everyday Health
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Advice for Bridging the Digital Divide between Aging Activists and the Next Generation of Social Justice Advocates, AASECT conference live interview on The Securing Sexuality Podcast
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Guest on the Dating While Gray podcast with Laura Stassi from WUNC 91.5 FM
"How Men Can Support Their Partners Through Menopause," Vicki Larson, Greater Good Magazine, University of California, Berkeley
“Is It Okay for Grandma to Have Sex?” Jane Fleishman, Beth Edelberg-Cardillo, and Experience Care’s Peter Murphy Lewis, the LTC Heroes podcast
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BLOGGING
Jane’s blog posts help translate and clarify recently published research:
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"Sexual Desire As We Age." Age Right​
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"Flip the Script: Talking About Desire." Age Right
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"What You Need to Know about Sexually Transmitted Infections." Age Right
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"Our Aging Bodies: Connections to Sexual Wellbeing." Age Right
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"A New Focus on Pleasure As We Age."
The Edge Blog, Hot Octopuss
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"Creating Positive Spaces for LGBTQ Elders in Senior Living Communities." Age Right
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"Tackling Sexual Shame: Reimagining Sexual Pleasure." The Edge Blog, Hot Octopuss
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"Horny and Menopausal." The Edge Blog, Hot Octopuss
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"Sex in the Time of Corona: How Older Adults Can Stay Safe and Healthy." Age Right
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"Let’s Get Physical: From Sexual Dysfunction to Sexual Wellness." Age Right
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"Too Touchy: Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors."
Age Right
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"Sexuality and Aging: A Call for Administrative and Clinical Leadership." Age Right
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"The Science of Sexuality and Aging: I’ll Have What They’re Having." Age Right
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Photo: Angela Jimenez for The New York Times
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ON THE ROAD
UPCOMING TALKS
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Senior Living Residences
Sturbridge, MA
September 16, 2026
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Council on Aging
Acton, MA
September 24, 2026
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Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA
September 30, 2026
Brown House, 2Life Community
Brookline, MA
October 7, 2026
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MASOC (MA Society for a World Free From Sexual Harm by Youth)
October 20, 2026
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Shirley Meadows, 2Life Community
Devens, MA
October 21, 2026
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Senior Living Residences
Family Workshop
November 5, 2026
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South Short Sexual Health Center
Hull, MA
February 26, 2027​
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​HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2025-2026
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Pre-Conference Seminar
NYS ATSA and Alliance Annual Conference
Saratoga Springs, NY
May 18-19, 2026
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​Iowa Board for the Treatment of Sex Abusers
Annual Training
April 22, 2026
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All-Day Training
Pennsylvania Sex Offender Assessment Board
Lancaster, MA
March 27, 2026
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​All-Day Skills Training
South Shore Sexual Health Center
March 20, 2026​
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MASOC
Learning Collaborative
January 6, 2026
Center for Relationships
Philadelphia, MA
December 8, 2025
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Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA)
Seminar
October 21, 2025​​​
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