Why is it called “Stitch”?
We’re often asked why we chose to call our community “Stitch”. Read this article to find out!
Why is it called “Stitch”? Read More »
We’re often asked why we chose to call our community “Stitch”. Read this article to find out!
Why is it called “Stitch”? Read More »
Andrew and a busload of Stitch members traveled from Seattle to San Fransisco in September – October 2025, on a trip that would create connections and change lives. Here’s a few highlights. Look at those smiles!
The Big Stitch Trip … Of A Lifetime Read More »
Our very first official “Stitch Trip” Last month marked an important milestone for Stitch, when Stitch Travel held the very first official “Stitch Trip“, a journey to walk the famous Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in Japan. A small group of intrepid over 50 Stitch members from a variety of locations all over the world accompanied me
Postcard from Japan … and our Big USA Get-Together! Read More »
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.
Photos & Prizes from World Community Week 2024 Read More »
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 over the years with Stitch, but this ranks right up there
Stitch wins United Nations Award for Impact on Healthy Aging Read More »
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 relationships for older adults, and asked for feedback on a new
Celebrate Stitch’s 10 Year Anniversary With Us! #worldcommunityweek Read More »
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 focus on enjoying life. Instead, he was feeling burnt out
Older adults are finding joy with Stitch, the social community for anyone over 50 Read More »
We’ve rounded up 36 quotes that showcase the power and importance of friendship. Which are your favourites?
36 quotes about the power & importance of adult friendships Read More »
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.
Why it’s essential to stay socially active as we age Read More »
There are an increasing number of studies proving how important friendships are for our mental and physical health.
Why is it hard to make friends as we age? Here are 5 tips to make it easier Read More »