The gift-giving season is in full swing, and many are looking for those last-minute holiday gifts. Although the elderly loved ones in your life may not be wealthy, they often need very little – and finding the perfect gift can be difficult. No one wants to bring a present that sits unopened all year, but some generations may be reluctant to try “the latest thing.” Keeping that in mind, our team has put together some inspiration for holiday gifts that your family members will find fun, intriguing, or valuable – and that they will genuinely enjoy.

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  1. Personal Heaters: Even Florida can feel a little chilly to seniors, especially during winter. Over cooler nights and into chilly mornings, personal plug-in heaters will be their new go-to appliance. All they have to do is plug in and enjoy the warm air. Remember, even a small space heater can ignite flammable material, so if your loved one has dementia, these holiday gifts  may not be the right choice.
  2. Screen Magnifiers: Even seniors have phones and devices these days, so screen magnifiers make great holiday gifts. They are intuitive and easy to use – simply place the device in front of the phone screen to magnify videos, movies, or emails and project them onto a larger illuminated screen. If your family member uses a cell phone, your loved one is sure to use this attachment often.
  3. Imaginative Photo Displays: Many artistic and creative photo displays on the market can add style and flair to a room. Photos are essential for reminding seniors of the people who are most important to them and are especially meaningful for those in early-stage dementia. 
  4. Digital Photo Frames: An alternative to traditional photos is a digital photo display, a device that scrolls continuously through hundreds of pre-loaded images. Photos can be added to the digital frame remotely by any family member with a connection. 
  5. Tile Mates: We all occasionally lose our keys and wallets, but these instances can become more frequent as we age. Tile mates are small digital tiles hung on key rings, kept in handbags, or affixed to any item that tends to get misplaced. The tiles communicate with a smartphone to provide their location, so make sure your loved one has a smartphone before purchasing. 
  6. Doorbell Cameras: If your senior loved one still lives independently, a doorbell camera offers additional security and safety. Cameras also deliver peace of mind to family members, who can connect with the doorbell and monitor activity around their family member’s home.
  7. Food Subscription Delivery: Many senior adults neglect their own nutritional and dietary needs – and often don’t feel comfortable going to the grocery store on their own. Setting up a subscription that delivers groceries, fresh vegetables, specific cuts of meat, or dairy products can guarantee that your senior has the healthy, fresh food they need. If grandma or grandpa no longer prepares their own meals, you can sign them up for a prepared meal service. The meals come fully cooked and only need to be reheated. Fresh fruit baskets can encourage easy and healthy snacking that doesn’t require preparation or cooking. 
  8. Gift Certificates: For those seniors who enjoy dining out, gift certificates to neighborhood restaurants make holiday gifts easy. They often don’t drive any longer, so they may need you to drive them – meaning that you can also offer the gift of your companionship once a week. 

Happy Holidays from My Care Finders

The team at My Care Finders is dedicated to family – and to finding the perfect home for your family. We wish you a happy holiday season and look forward to assisting you in 2024.