10 Facebook Groups and Forums for Social Seniors

Living alone has it’s benefits, but we all need some time to socialize with others. The internet can help you make new friends and have new experiences while maintaining your independence.

We have compiled ten different online groups or organizations that may connect you to like minded individuals. With thousands of groups and forums at your fingertips, it is important to find the one that best fits your needs.

Here are 10 groups and forums you might find interesting!

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#1 - Elder Orphans Group

This group aims to provide the support individuals who live without the help of a spouse, partner, and children want


#2 - Women’s RV 

To connect women interested in RVing and living in the outdoors. This organization offers friendship, support, and adventure!


#3 - MeetUp

This platform helps create groups in your local area, connecting you to your fellow readers, artists, entrepreneurs, and more! MeetUp can help you push out of your comfort zone, meet new people online and in person, and pursue your passions. 


#4 - My Itchy Travel Feet 

Time to cross those places off your bucket list. This organization is aimed toward helping you find the best price at all the places you want to see. 


#5 - University of Third Age

This organization helps satisfy one’s love for learning by providing online education opportunities for retired and semi-retired people. They utilize every member's experiences to learn from each other. 


#6 - Stitch

A community created in helping you make new friends and companions for anyone over 50. Stitch is based on the activities and events created by members designed on bringing people together. 


#7 - Buzz50

This organization was created to allow seniors around the world make new friends. With live chat room pages, discussion pages, and forums for all topics you can get to know people with similar ideas and even talk to people with different perspectives. 


#8 - On Her Own | But Not Alone

This group is focused on women travelers looking to support and hang out with other women. This group helps give insight and knowledge to travelers  who just need to be pointed in the right direction. 


#9 - Aging Alone 

For individuals looking for or to support those growing older in society. To help those that do not have the support or just want a friend


#10 - Red Hat Society

This group of women are determined to continue living life to the fullest irrespective their age. Creating lifelong friendships they believe in supporting each other through all the ups and downs life throws at them.