Hank is a social app built specifically for adults 55+ who want to fill their calendars with walks, coffee chats, happy hours, tours, and more. You browse local in-person and online activities, join the ones that interest you, and connect with other attendees through simple messaging. You can also host your own events. It's not a dating app and it's not a generic social network — it's a community calendar for people who want to stay active and make real friends in the second half of life.
How it works
Download the app and create a profile. Browse a calendar of local activities — walks, coffee meetups, happy hours, museum visits, book clubs, and more — happening near you or online. Join anything that catches your eye. Before the event, you can see other attendees' profiles and start a conversation. After the activity, stay connected with people you clicked with through in-app messaging. If you don't see the right activity, create your own — set the time, place, and description, and Hank handles the rest.
Who it's for
Adults 55+ who are retired or semi-retired and want a fuller social calendar. People who've recently moved or lost a spouse and need to rebuild their social circle. Active older adults who want to try new things — hiking groups, art classes, wine tastings — with people their age. Anyone who finds mainstream social apps too young, too chaotic, or too focused on dating.
What works
Purpose-built for 55+ — no competing with twenty-somethings or navigating dating-app mechanics. Completely free with no subscription walls or premium tiers. Both in-person and online activities mean you can participate regardless of mobility. You can host your own events, not just join existing ones. Clean, simple interface designed for accessibility.
What doesn't
Currently strongest in the New York area — thinner activity selection in other regions. No Android app yet (planned but not launched). Smaller user base compared to mainstream apps means fewer activities in less populated areas. No algorithmic matching — you browse and choose activities yourself.
Søren's Take
Hank fills a gap that's been wide open for years: most friendship apps are designed for people in their 20s and 30s, and the 55+ crowd has been left to figure it out on their own. Hank's approach is refreshingly straightforward — here's a calendar of things to do, go do them with people your age. No personality quizzes, no swiping, no algorithms. The free pricing is a big deal for this demographic. The main limitation is geographic reach — it started in NYC and is still building out — but if you're 55+ and looking for community, this should be on your phone.
