Companionship app for over-50s connects seniors
A new “dating” app catering to the over-50 demographic has launched in Australia, with the emphasis on companionship rather than love.
Stitch was created by Sydney-based entrepreneur Andrew Dowling after he was shocked to learn that loneliness causes more deaths than obesity among seniors. He also understands that the older you get, the harder it can be to meet new people and spark up a friendship.
“When you’re younger, you have opportunities to meet people like going to uni, having kids, then when you get to a certain age your friends start to move away, you retire, you get divorced,” says Dowling.
Stitch aims to ease the process and helps seniors feel less lonely. As it says on their website, “We believe that there has got to be a better way to help mature adults find many different types of companionship they need. And we’re determined to build it for them.”
The site, currently being trialled in Australia and the US, is free to sign-up. It’s not just for romantic relationships, Stitch’s goal is to find a companion for every aspect for life. So whether you’re looking for someone for travel, events and activities, love and romance or friendship, Stitch aims to help.
All users must go through a verification process, with Stitch guaranteeing no scammers or con-artists on the site. You then enter their age – there’s even a 90-plus option – before choosing between looking for a romantic relationship or friendship. The next stage is writing down your hobbies and interests, which the Stitch team use to find them a suitable match.
To find out more information, visit the Stitch website here.
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