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Gift Ideas For Seniors
Especially Those In Long Term Care Facilities
Combs
Brushes
Unscented Lotions
Note Pads
Writing Tablets
Pens & Pencils
Stationery and stamps
Greeting cards for all occasions
Large print calendar
Family Photo Album Filled With Pictures
Family Picture Collage For Wall
Family videos
Bookmarks
Basket Of Manicure Tools,Lotion & Tissue
Sweat Suits
Socks
Non-Slip Slippers
Sweaters
Afghans & Throws
Shawl Or Poncho
Lap Blanket
Sheepskin Products
Purse
Pretty Hats
Baseball Caps
Extended Shoe Horn
Favorite Snacks
Containers To Keep Snacks In
Magazine Subscription
Book Club Subscription
Hometown Newspaper Subscription
Large print book or book on tape
Window Bird feeder and seeds
Outdoor Window thermometer
In Room Thermometer
Suncatchers
Bedside Table Scarves/Doilies
Bed Lamp
Bedside Flashlight
Magazine Rack
Window Rain gauge
Large Number Clock
Radio
Cassette/CD Player
Favorite Music Cd/Cassette
Bed Or Chair Caddy
Bags Or Carriers That Attach To Walker/Wheelchair
Grabber To Pick Up Fallen Items Off Floor/Ground
Old Time Radio Programs
Old Westerns Tape Or DVD
Old Comedies Tape Or DVD
Old War Movies Tape Or DVD
Sing-A-Longs
Lap Board
Attractive night light
Automatic light timer
Crossword Puzzles
Jigsaw Puzzles & Roll Up Mat
Magnifier
Gift Certificates Such As
Beauty Shop/Barber
Bookstore
Local Restaurants
Transporation
Telephone
Cable TV
Movie Rentals
Movie Theater/Opera/Musical Tickets
Local Grocer (Snack Foods)
Card Games
Table Games
Lock Box
A telephone call, a poem or a special prayer just for them or a visit with your family dog may be just theticket to bring comfort, cheer and a smile for the day. It's also an event that gives them an opportunity to share news.
Write a series of short letters to your loved one. Vary the themes. Tell jokes, pass along cartoons, orrelate funny stories. Share fond memories. Tell your loved one what you admire about him. Share a
favorite poem or scripture. After you have finished all letters, number, seal and stamp them. Then every
few days, one by one, drop them in the mail.
Gifts that are much appreciated include rides out in the country or to places they enjoy, or for brief shopping trips if they are ambulatory or in wheelchairs. An occasional ride to church or a special
community event such as a parade, Fourth of July fireworks display, or special community dinner can
invigorate those who have been inside for a time.
The very best gift is yourself--the gift of your presence. Regular visits, even when brief, mean so much.Your presence says, "I care... you're important to me... I love you." When distance separates you, pick
up the phone to say hi and share news often.
Another good idea is if you are unable to take your relative out & about during the day as much as theywould like. A Gift certificate through an agency for a careprovider to take them so many hours a week
Where ever they would like to go is great.
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