Looking for gift ideas for grandma or grandpa? Finding holiday gifts for seniors doesn't have to be stressful. Click here for some helpful suggestions.

1. Holiday Gifts for Seniors

2. For everyone from children to seniors, during the holiday season
and beyond, few things can be a more valuable “gift” than being
healthy and happy.
But when it comes to holiday gifts for seniors, picking something
tangible for an aging loved one that is as safe as it is meaningful can be
difficult.

3. BrightStar Care resident RN Sharon Roth
Maguire recently shared some helpful
senior gift-giving tips with AgingCare.com
and we wanted to share a few of these
with you.

4. Senior Gifts to Make for a Memorable Holiday
Looking for gift ideas for grandma, grandpa or other elderly loved ones
in your family doesn’t have to be stressful.
Here are some thoughtful ideas to get you started:

5. 1> Your time
Arguably the most thoughtful gift of all is the simple gift of your
company. Help your loved one bake a traditional holiday
treat, engage in a joint crafting afternoon, or go on an outing to a
movie or restaurant. Quality time is a free, yet invaluable offering.

6. 2> The opportunity to live independently
The majority of older adults want to continue living on their own
as long as possible, but physical and cognitive issues can make it
hard for them to remain independent. Arthritis may make it
painful to perform even simple tasks, such as opening a jar of jam,
or walking up the stairs. Vision troubles can impede their ability to
keep the house clean.

7. 2> The opportunity to live independently
cont.
Gifts such as a pick-up tool to help them reach things without
having to bend down stand on their toes, or a house-cleaning
service can go a long way towards helping your loved one hold on
to their independence—a truly precious present. Just be careful to
keep in mind the difference between helping and enabling.

8. 3> The gift that keeps on giving
The trend of subscription gifts—think “Fruit of the Month Club”—
has taken off in recent years. These gifts will be delivered to your
loved one once a month, not just once a year, and they come in
enough varieties to fit most interests, from the craft-maven to the
movie-enthusiast.

9. 4> The ability to stay connected
Loneliness and isolation are twin plagues of the elderly, but cell
phones and computers are enabling far-flung family members to
more easily maintain their relationships. Some senior-friendly cell
phone options include Jitterbug, Clarity Pal and Just5.
These phones typically have large
buttons and enhanced sound
features, and most can be used
with well-known carriers, such as
T-Mobile and AT&T—though
Jitterbug has its own separate
calling plan.

10. 4> The ability to stay connected
cont.
This means a senior can be added to your family plan, which may
be more cost-effective than setting up a separate account. Basic
video calls via Skype are free, but offering to create a profile for
your loved one and teach them how to use it is a thoughtful gift
option that will ensure they can stay in-touch with the rest of the
family.

11. And if you were wondering, there IS such a thing as a “bad” idea
for senior gifts. To find out what that might be and for more gifts
for seniors, click here.
Or, to learn more about boosting a senior loved one’s physical and
emotional wellbeing this holiday season and beyond, click BrightStar’s
“Healthy for the Holidays” program. Families looking for senior care
help and support in whole person wellness for their loved one in the
comfort of their home can turn to our BrightStar team for help.

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