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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

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 Hadjidemetri Jun 30, 2022 0

From Fort Collins, Colorado, to Stitch friends worldwide!

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

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri May 19, 2022 0

VOTE for your favorite Stitch slogans

Browse the slogan entries and vote for your favorites!

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri May 5, 2022 3

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 Dowling Apr 25, 2022 1

Why it’s crucial 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 Dowling Mar 31, 2022 0

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 Hadjidemetri Mar 16, 2022 6

Why is making adult friends so hard? 5 tips to help

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

ByByAndrew Dowling Mar 10, 2022 0

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.

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Mar 1, 2022 6

Dressing For Confidence with 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 Dowling Feb 27, 2022 0

2021 In Review: 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 Dowling Jan 5, 2022 0

Stitch in Florida: Stitch member Gina builds community

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 Hadjidemetri Sep 28, 2021 0

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 Hadjidemetri Jul 15, 2021 0

Connecting at in-person events after the pandemic

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 Hadjidemetri May 25, 2021 1

Making friends over 50 in Inverness, Scotland and the world!

Community Champion Volunteers are Stitch members who volunteer their time to host events that help other members connect and engage with others in the community, especially in areas where the community isn’t active yet. Bill from Scotland is one of our superstar Community Champion Volunteers,…

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri May 2, 2021 0

Passion, Skills or Knowledge: Is It Time You Shared Yours?

The Stitch community is incredibly diverse — culturally and geographically, but also in term of our members’ interests, passions and skills. Below are some of our members who are hosting events whereby they’re sharing their skills, passion and knowledge with the community, and making like-minded…

ByByAnastasia Hadjidemetri Apr 21, 2021 0