One mistake folks make when shopping for seniors is thinking that they’re “old people” who don’t need anything. Stop there. The term “senior” can apply as early as age 55. This means that the senior in your life may be working, working out, volunteering, taking classes, learning new skills, perfecting a hobby, or building friendships across all age groups. This means that shopping for seniors does not only mean knitting needles and heating pads (though they may like those, too). Today, seniors are active contributors to their communities so let’s explore some gifts they may enjoy.
- Books
Many seniors are retired and now have the time to read those books they’ve always wanted to check out. Here are a few titles that may pique their interest:
Whistler – A Novel by Ann Patchett
In this Katie Couric Book Club Pick, 53-year-old Daphne Fuller unexpectedly reunites with her former stepfather, Eddie Triplett, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Having not seen each other since a traumatic car crash when Daphne was nine, the two rekindle a profound bond, forcing them to re-examine past grief, memory, and forgiveness.
What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking – Make it Fast
Caroline Chambers seeks to eliminate unnecessary steps, minimize dirty dishes, and make dinnertime simple. This cookbook, organized into three time-based chapters, contains recipes for over 100 dinners that can be made with no more than 30 minutes of hands-on time in the kitchen.
2. Lightweight Luggage
This durable, impact-resistant hard shell luggage makes travel easy with 360° spinner wheels and a lightweight design. Available in 16 colors including: orange (pictured), apple green, apricot/black, apricot/navy, apricot/white, black, blue, champagne, dark green, navy, purple, red, sakura pink, silver, white, and yellow.
3. Paint by Numbers Kit
Painting is one fun way to spend an afternoon. This design features a vintage book with butterflies but other options include: a bookstore, eucalyptus flowers, lemons overlooking an ocean, wildflowers, blue birds and flowers, two cafe street scenes, a sleeping cat, a cityscape, daisies and butterflies with a positive phrase, and more.
4. Smart Plugs
Smart plugs are a great way to make life easier. This Linkind Matter four-pack connects to Apple Home, Alexa, Siri, and Google Home without having to download and register multiple apps. Help your friends and family schedule and automate home activities with ease.
5. Guided Memory Journals
Guided memory journals are an easy way to memorialize a life. With prompts, questions, and areas for lists and sketches, this journal offers plenty of space for the author to highlight special moments.
6. Automatic Electric Jar Opener
Sometimes, opening jars can be a real challenge. Help make things easier with this higher torque automatic electric jar opener that operates with a single button press. Battery operated with a stainless steel blade.
7. Heated Throw
Heated throws are lightweight and warm and can be used anywhere in the house. Perfect for lounging or watching TV, this ribbed faux fur throw is machine washable and has auto shut-off for safety. Sized at 50” x 60”, this throw is available in 6 colors: blue moon (pictured), eggnog, pink, violet, wine red, and gray. Other throws are also featured at this link.
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