5 Gift Ideas for Seniors

Remember, the best way to celebrate the holidays with the seniors in your life is to spend time with them. Send a zoom call invitation for your child’s virtual dance recital. Set up a virtual baking session. Have a holiday singalong together over FaceTime. If you are wondering what the best gift is for your loved one for Christmas, then take a look at our list of ideas. 

1. Subscription Box: There are subscription boxes out there targeted toward seniors. They have crosswords and nostalgic candy in them. It can include simple crafts or a photo album to hold unforgettable memories. 
2. Smart Home Speaker: Getting an Amazon Alexa or a Google Assistant device can be a valuable gift to play music, turn on and off lights, and make calls for your loved one. While you may need to assist with the initial setup and teaching them how to use it, the payoff is worth it. 
3. Cozy Items: Gifts of sweaters, slippers, soft blankets, and sweat pants are a delight to anyone. Think about their favorite color, or choose an exceptionally soft, cuddly sweater with a holiday print. Gifts like these will bring a smile to anyone’s face. 
4. Meal Kits: This is another practical gift that is fun and provides assistance to tasks that may get tedious in older age. Everyone has to eat. Meal kits are set up so simply. All ingredients are provided, and the step by step cooking process is easy to understand. 
5. Device Trackers: There are trackers on the market that you can attach to the remote control or a pair of glasses. When they are lost, all it takes is the push of a button, and the tracker will beep to be easily found. 
   

Happy holidays from Greenwald & Gerke! We want to make the holidays memorable for the seniors in your life. It’s a special time of year to celebrate and get even closer with friends and family, even if it is through zoom calls. Make the best of this year, no matter what the circumstances are. If you are a senior and are lonely and struggling, then contact our team today: (844) 782-9674.