Gifts for Elderly Loved Ones

Not sure what to get for an aging loved one this holiday season? Sometimes, for the elderly, it can be difficult to come up with new, fresh, or thoughtful ideas.

Start by asking yourself some questions. What do they not already have? Are there things they are starting to struggle with where a particular gift could help them? Have they always wanted a special item, but never splurged on themselves? There are many touching options out there. In this post we’ll offer ideas on the best gifts for elderly loved ones.

Gifts for Elderly Women

• Heating Pads: For those with aches and pains, heating pads can provide great relief!
• Non-Slip Slippers: Promote fall prevention in style and keep your loved one safe.
• Luxury Self-Manicure Kit: Great for your loved one to use themselves or with the assistance of a Caregiver.

Gifts for Elderly Men

• Sleepwear: Putting on nice set of pajamas is a great way to end the day.
• Winter Clothing: Make sure your loved one is prepared for the cold weather with thick jackets, hats, gloves, and other winter clothing.
• Subscription-Based Gift Box: There are several gift box subscriptions that will send your loved one a new box every month with gifts catered to their interests!

Gifts for Elderly Parents

• Large Heated Blankets: Help your parents share some warmth. This is a great way to stay warm in or out of the home.
• Digital Photo Frame: When you can’t see them every day, digital photo frames are a great way to stay connected with family.
• Meal Assembly Kit: If your loved ones aren’t as able to get to the store as they used to be, get them meals they can make delivered to their door!

Gifts for Blind Elderly

• Digital Assistant for the Home: Having a device, like an Amazon Echo, in the home can be a great assistant for any elderly person, but especially for someone who has impaired vision.
• Tactile Pictures: For those who have severe vision issues, get them family pictures that they can feel. This can keep them connected to their loved ones when they struggle to see their faces.
• LED Handheld Magnifying Glass: These powerful tools can help those with vision impairment continue to read and be more independent.

Gifts for Elderly with Memory Issues

• Puzzles: Puzzles and other mind-engaging activities can be great exercise for someone experiencing issues with their memory. Think about getting them a chess board, too!
• Photo Album with Captions: Help them associate names and places with faces and moments.
• A Smell Training Kit: for those beginning to struggle with their memory, this will help them hold onto scent, which is the most powerful of the senses.

As the holiday season approaches, you might be spending more time with elderly loved ones. When you are visiting or having family gatherings with them, you may notice signs that they are declining, acting differently, or need more support. In-home care can help you address these issues head-on.

Not sure what signs to look for? Check out the guide below which highlights different signals that your loved one might need in-home care.

Download Our FREE Holiday Signs Guide

To learn about our home care services, contact our caregiving team today at 1-800-GRISWOLD or find a Caregiver near you.