Welcome to a space for older women embracing aging as a time for personal growth, self-discovery,
and meaningful connections.

Join our community of kindred who are asking deeper questions, choosing growth and embracing change - together.

Many older women define aging by years, overlooking the wisdom and clarity they have gained over a lifetime. 

My goal is to support you to see aging not as slowing down, but as growing deeper and more true to yourself.

Through inspiration, insight and stories, I invite you to approach aging as a rich journey of possibilities.

This is a place to:

  • Discover what is still possible—with heart, honesty, and hope.

  • Feel seen, heard, and valued in a space that honours your story, your wisdom, and your voice—just as you are, right now.

  • Break free from outdated views of aging and step into a more honest, meaningful way of growing older.

Read the Blog

For women exploring the joys and challenges of aging through a lens of curiosity and wisdom. 

My blog offers reflections on the events of our lives that have made us who we are, explores with courage and curiosity topics that impact us, and supports you as we row north together.

Featured
Pause. Breathe. Refresh.
Pause. Breathe. Refresh.

Time to take a break!

Claiming your own life
Claiming your own life

We were taught to serve, sacrifice, and stay quiet. But what if our later years are actually the time to start listening — to yourself?

Tiny choices shape our lives
Tiny choices shape our lives

Life is made up of tiny choices. No one dot, no one choice, defines it. But together? There emerges a picture.

Small gestures, barely perceived
Small gestures, barely perceived

Have I lived a good life? Have I made a difference? Have I offered small gestures, barely perceived?

No fixing, saving, or advising each other
No fixing, saving, or advising each other

I continue to work hard at deep listening and not giving advice. Have I mastered this? Not at all!…

Sibling relationships in our later years
Sibling relationships in our later years

Research suggests most sibling relationships improve in our later years. Siblings often reconnect once family and work responsibilities diminish.

Explore My Workshops

Women Rowing North workshops offer structure, encouragement, and guided facilitation to help you write your life stories. No writing experience required! 

  • Gain a Renewed sense of purpose.

    Explore fresh perspectives on aging.

  • Enhanced self-awareness.

    Develop a deeper understanding of your unique journey.

  • Inspiration and guidance.

    For living intentionally with curiosity, grace and a clear sense of purpose.

  • Connection with like-minded women.

    Seeing aging as a season of possibilities, not diminishment.

Words from the Community

  • "...a mirror reflecting our own strength, courage, and capacity to thrive."

    In the inspiring narratives of Ageless Possibilities, we often find a mirror reflecting our own strength, courage, and capacity to thrive. Sometimes the stories stir reflection, other times hope. They illuminate the path ahead, reminding us that our journey is not defined by years, but by the unwavering spirit within.

    —Ella, Toronto, Ontario

  • "Ageless Possibilities is my lighthouse..."

    Ageless Possibilities is my lighthouse in a sea of fear inducing information and bias when it comes to growing older. Helen’s writing shows me a way to row, row, row my boat… gently down the stream.

    —Shelley, Richmond, British Columbia

  • "...quiet, soothing and inspiring."

    The Ageless Possibilities blog is quiet, soothing and inspiring. It reminds us that we have thoughts and feelings inside that can be brought to life through writing. Helen's workshops are a natural extension to the blog, allowing us to bring our own stories to life.

    —Jude, Dallas, Texas

Welcome!

Ageless possibilities explores our collective journey as older women, taking care to notice what is around us, what matters to us, and what is inside each of us.

I’m Helen—writer, storyteller, and group facilitator—driven by wonder, curiosity, and a deep sense of purpose. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where women can reflect, write, and share their life stories.

I’ve been writing since childhood, and I’ve learned that writing my own stories brings clarity and insight. My hope is to offer you the same experience.

I’m a certified Guided Autobiography instructor through the Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies and have recently completed Diploma in Journal Therapy. Through writing, listening, and connection, I look forward to helping you explore the stories only you can tell.

Why am I here?

I want to step into this new later stage of life with intention. I know that meaning, joy, and courage are not behind us — they’re right here, waiting to be claimed.

I look forward to rowing alongside you. I suspect that many of my stories are your stories — and that together, we can take notice of what is around us, honour what matters to us, and listen for the quiet truths within us.