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Meeting people via Stitch Activities

Last week we rolled out a new feature which we really think you’re going to like. It’s the ability to look at profiles of the people you see at Stitch activities, events and travel experiences, and it’s intended to make it much easier for you…

ByByAndrew Dowling Jul 26, 2015 10

Feeling Lonely Can Kill You – Here’s How To Beat It

As we age, quite often our social circles change. Major life transitions play a role in our relationships – we move cities and find new friend groups. We break off a marriage and lose the relationships that came with it. We retire and spend less time with our…

ByByJackie Dion May 26, 2015 35

Why Jacquie Joined Stitch

This week we would like to highlight an extra special Stitch member (and Stitch Ambassador) Jacquie from Virginia. Jacquie has been on Stitch for nearly 8 months now, and she has certainly been an influential factor in the way Stitch has developed over these last…

ByByJackie Dion May 6, 2015 16

Why did you build Stitch?

Things have been so mad-crazy-busy here at Stitch Central over the last couple of months that it seems forever since I’ve had a chance to write a post of my own for the Stitch blog. (It’s been just over 3 months, in fact. I checked.)…

ByByAndrew Dowling Apr 6, 2015 13

How To Make Friends In Adulthood

The fact of the matter is that as we age our social circles shrink. When we’re in our childhood, it’s easy to make friends – there’s school, extracurricular activities, and sports. But when we reach our thirties, it becomes difficult to form friendships. And it…

ByByJackie Dion Jan 14, 2015 14

‘Tis the season to be thankful

And just like that, the holiday season is upon us. Are we the only ones who feel it snuck up on us quicker than ever this year? Surely it’s too early … we still have so much to do! The good news about this time…

ByByAndrew Dowling Dec 23, 2014 6

Why Companionship Is Better Than Sex

Max was peeved. “I am so sick of boring profiles on the dating sites. The first thing people want is to hold hands and walk with someone at sunset on the beach. The second thing is to cuddle up on a couch and watch TV.…

ByByJackie Dion Dec 11, 2014 20

Stitch Stories: Patricia From Colorado

The following post is a story written by our fellow Stitch member Patricia K. from Florida. Patricia has recently relocated from Florida to Denver, Colorado and she hopes to meet new friends on Stitch.  Patricia has a huge heart and has embraced life’s roller coaster to the fullest. We…

ByByJackie Dion Dec 4, 2014 2

Stitch Member Spotlight: Carol From Florida

The following post is a story written by our fellow Stitch member Carol T. from Florida. Carol is a Stitch Ambassador and a truly wonderful woman with an incredible story. She hopes her story can connect with others and perhaps inspire them in some way. Carol is…

ByByJackie Dion Nov 24, 2014 21

How to meet new people as a widow or widower

A large percentage of our users on Stitch are widows or widowers. We are constantly touched by their stories and think it is incredible that they are taking steps to seek companionship after such a terrible loss. We think it’s important to know that widowhood can be the most difficult…

ByByJackie Dion Sep 11, 2014 253

5 First Date Mistakes to Avoid, by Ken Solin

 About the Author, Ken Solin: Ken recently joined Stitch as an advisor and brand ambassador. His passion is helping Stitch members enjoy their best possible online dating experience. Ken has written about senior dating for The Huffington Post, AARP, Maria Shriver, and About.com, for a…

ByByAndrew Dowling Aug 26, 2014 31

Make Friends By Growing A Garden

Gardening is a creative activity that opens countless possibilities. From fresh new herbs to the latest seasonal vegetables, there is always a way to liven up your garden. But you may not be so familiar with the idea that gardening with others can generate lasting…

ByByJackie Dion Jul 6, 2014 0

Beware: Top Internet Scams

Every day men and women around the world are tricked by the top Internet scams. Typically, by the time they realize they have been deceived, it’s too late. Thousands, even millions of dollars later, they are left wondering why they didn’t see it coming from…

ByByJackie Dion Jun 26, 2014 16

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Dating for Seniors

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Dating for Seniors With the obsession that today’s media has with youth and appearance, you could be forgiven for thinking that it’s only the young who are looking for companionship, that dating is a young person’s game. Go on,…

ByByAndrew Dowling May 27, 2014 167

“Loneliness, the plight of the 21st century”

Loneliness, social isolation and quality of life for the elderly: they’re all linked. The Guardian this week reported on the upcoming release of the report The Generation Strain by the IPPR think tank about the growing strain on the delivery of social services to the…

ByByAndrew Dowling Apr 21, 2014 1