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Sick of Online Dating? How to Meet People Over 50

Online dating sites for older adults are notoriously poor at actually helping you meet new people after 50, because they’re not based around strong mature connections and senior friendships. Here’s how Stitch solves the problem.

ByByMaddy King Feb 20, 2025 0

4 Signs You’re Looking For Companionship Not a Relationship

We’re often bombarded with messages about the fulfilment an intimate relationship can bring. For a lot of single people over 50, the pressure to find romance might be exacerbated. But a partner isn’t the only source of fulfilment.

ByByDanielle Cuthbert Feb 14, 2025 3

Photos & Prizes from World Community Week 2024

Find out all the prize-winners from World Community Week 2024, Stitch’s celebration of the power of community to have a positive impact on people’s lives.

ByByAndrew Dowling Jul 30, 2024 2

Stitch wins United Nations Award for Impact on Healthy Aging

https://vimeo.com/954249861 It gives me an enormous amount of pleasure to announce that the United Nations ITU and the Global Coalition on Aging awarded the 2024 WSIS Healthy Aging Innovation Prize to Stitch in Geneva last week. The United Nations! We have had plenty of things to celebrate…

ByByAndrew Dowling Jun 6, 2024 26

Stitch’s 10 Year Anniversary: World Community Week!

https://youtu.be/ExPEaDa6tdQ?si=J4PjO9l1ZPONIVSs That’s right, it’s been ten years since we first started Stitch! Can you believe it? Stitch — or at least the idea that would eventually become Stitch — was officially launched on March 11, 2014, when I wrote a blog article about dating and…

ByByAndrew Dowling May 2, 2024 7

Harvard 85-Year Study Shows Secrets to a Happy Life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mr3VhDJJkQ The world’s biggest institutions are starting to get behind the idea that social isolation and loneliness seriously affect health and well-being.  The World Health Organization has recently made loneliness a global health priority! In light of this announcement, it’s a great time to share…

ByByAaron Green Feb 3, 2024 1

Celebrate the World: Passport to Local Festivities

Welcome to a world of festive delight! At this stage of life, we’ve earned the right to have some fun and embrace the rich tapestry of international cultural celebrations. From Oktoberfest to Diwali, Hanukkah to Thanksgiving, there’s a world of festivities waiting for you to…

ByByAaron Green Sep 28, 2023 0

Older adults find joy on Stitch the over 50 social community

Richard was burnt out and lonely Richard Harris, a customer service manager from San Jose, had just turned 55. After working hard for many years, he had always thought that when he reached this age he would be happy and fulfilled, and could start to…

ByByAndrew Dowling Sep 11, 2023 12

Dating after 50? Consider companionship

Are you over 50 and unsure about returning to the dating game? Whether you find yourself alone for various reasons or are simply looking for a new chapter in your life, the thought of finding a partner and starting to date again can be daunting. Consider…

ByByAaron Green May 15, 2023 13

It’s never too late: Learn new talents with Stitch

As we age, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that our learning days are behind us. After all, if you read all the articles in the news about the state of education today, you could be forgiven for thinking learning is just…

ByByAaron Green Mar 22, 2023 2

A Record-Breaking Celebration: Richard from Sydney

Stitch continues to reach exciting new milestones daily, yet some of these milestones stand out from the rest. One of the most significant aspects of the Stitch community is that all events and activities seen on Stitch are member-driven. For every event you see on…

ByByAaron Green Feb 21, 2023 0

Why staying socially active in retirement is vital

We’ve all heard the phrase “use it or lose it.” It’s something that rings true throughout our lives. This phrase, however, has added significance when we reach retirement age. How we spend the sudden abundance of free time has a powerful impact on our mental,…

ByByAaron Green Feb 2, 2023 0

Super Organizers’ Tips: How to Host Inviting Events

Stitch members Mary W, Laura and Daryl share their tips for organizing and hosting inviting, welcoming, and well-attended Stitch Events.

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Nov 7, 2022 2

6 Ways To Stay Fit And Active As We Get Older 

Along with being socially active, it’s important we stay physically active as we get older, to ensure we give ourselves the best chance of preventing both physical and mental illnesses. Plus, being active will allow us to lead independent lives for as long as possible. …

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Oct 26, 2022 0

6 things to think about before retiring, and after!

While it’s an easy decision for some, deciding when and whether to retire can be a daunting decision for others, so we’ve written this article as a general guide to help you get started.

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Sep 6, 2022 0

10 tips to improve mental health as we get older

Looking after our mental health as we age is crucial if we want to maintain our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This blog post explores ten ways to maintain and improve our mental health.

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Jul 19, 2022 2