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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 HadjidemetriOct 26, 20220

Six things to consider before retiring & what to do once you do

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.

Ten ways to improve our 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 HadjidemetriJul 19, 20222

Stitch Member Spotlight: Marcia from Dallas

this Stitch Member Spotlight, we feature Marcia from Dallas, who shares her inspiring journey of battling chronic pain and how forming social connections has positively contributed to her healing.

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriJun 30, 20220

Dyane from Fort Collins, Colorado: “I have genuine and trusted Stitch friends all over the world.”

Stitch member Dyane from Fort Collins, Colorado, shares her Stitch journey with us.

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriMay 19, 20220

VOTE for your favorite Stitch slogans

Browse the slogan entries and vote for your favorites!

36 quotes about the power & importance of adult friendships

We’ve rounded up 36 quotes that showcase the power and importance of friendship. Which are your favourites?

ByByAndrew DowlingApr 25, 20221

Why it’s essential to stay socially active as we age

In this article, we explore why it’s essential to stay socially active as we age, and what benefits we can reap from doing so.

ByByAndrew DowlingMar 31, 20220

Get creative & make Stitch history!

To celebrate the launch of the official Stitch Store, we’re asking all Stitch members to put on their creative caps and come up with a new slogan or design for our t-shirts!

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriMar 16, 20226

Why is it hard to make friends as we age? Here are 5 tips to make it easier

There are an increasing number of studies proving how important friendships are for our mental and physical health.

ByByAndrew DowlingMar 10, 20220

The story of Cheri and Michael: “We are Stitched!”

Stitch members Cheri from Texas and Michael (Mike) from Oklahoma had no intention of dating or finding love when they joined Stitch. However, life had other plans.

Special Stitch Event: Dressing for confidence with lifestyle and fashion blogger, Rhoda Vickers Hendrix

Stitch is pleased to announce that we will be bringing the renowned fashion and lifestyle blogger Rhoda Vickers Hendrix into the community for a special event!

ByByAndrew DowlingFeb 27, 20220

2021 in review: meet some amazing community contributors!

As we settle into 2022, we thought it would be a great time to reflect on what was accomplished last year, highlight a few of the amazing achievements of some of our incredible Community Champions, and to give thanks more generally to every single member…

ByByAndrew DowlingJan 5, 20220

Spreading the word about Stitch in Florida: Stitch member Gina takes matters into her own hands

Stitch community members are an impressive lot. Some have contacted radio stations to raise awareness about Stitch to thousands of listeners. Others have pinned Stitch flyers to notice boards around their local communities. Others have contacted journalists and editors, managing to get Stitch published in…

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriSep 28, 20210

Aggie from Toronto, Ontario: “I didn’t know that by helping others, I would be helping myself the most.”

Aggie from Toronto dedicates hours of her time every week to connecting and entertaining Stitch members in Toronto, Ontario, as well as members in the rest of Canada, the US, the UK, and Australia! She does this because she is one of Stitch’s superstar Community…

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriJul 15, 20210

Connecting at in-person events as pandemic restrictions ease

As Stitch members start to get vaccinated in the US and UK, we’re seeing an increase in the number of in-person activities suggested on Stitch for our over 50s community. These activities include everything from lunch in Scotland, walking tours in England, trivia nights in…

ByByAnastasia HadjidemetriMay 25, 20211