Shopping Guide for the Elderly

Thinking of gift ideas can be incredibly challenging, and it’s even more difficult when shopping for the elderly. They have almost everything they need, and, in some cases, they have too much of what they need and their home is cluttered! However, there are a lot of new technologies that are senior friendly, and there are innovative items out there that can help your elderly loved one with daily tasks. In addition to that, there are some traditional gifts that are great for seniors!

If you’re senior is adept with technology, here are some gift ideas for them:

· You could get your elderly loved on an eReader. With an eReader, they can adjust the size of the font, which is helpful for anyone with impairedvision. In addition to that, most eReaders are backlit and light-weight, so they are great for reading before bed.

· A tablet is also a great option for a senior. There are a lot of applications they can download such as medication reminders, fun brain exercises, and most of the social media applications can help them keep in touch with their family.

· A digital picture frame preloaded with pictures of you and your family can be a treasure to an elderly person.

· A Ninteno Wii is a wonderful option for an active senior. They have fun games that can be downloaded and it’s a great way to get your senior up and moving.

Adaptive equipment can make a wonderful gift for the elderly. Here are some ideas:

· A magnifying glass can come in handy for a senior with failing vision.

· OXO has a wide range of options for adaptive kitchen equipment. If your elderly loved one still loves to cook, consider purchasing them some good grip items.

· A grabber-reachercan be a great tool for seniors who have trouble bending down or raising their arms. It can help them grab things in hard to reach places.

Here are some traditional gifts that your elderly loved one will appreciate:

· Slippers and socks are always a great present, and they can be great for seniors whose feet can often become chilly. Non-skid socks are a great gift for seniors who like to wear them around the house.

· Mittens, gloves and hats are good gifts for the same reason – elderly often find their hands becoming chilly.

· In addition to that, blankets and throws are always a good addition to a seniors home.

If you’re all out of ideas, a giftcard can be a great present. You can get a giftcard to the grocery store, the gas station, or their favorite restaurant. Another great idea is to buy a giftcard for the pharmacy that your elderly loved one shops at. They can use this towards prescriptions and medications, which add up quickly!