{"id":6462,"date":"2023-04-03T08:36:54","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T13:36:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bentonhouse.com\/?p=6462"},"modified":"2024-02-09T11:54:58","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T17:54:58","slug":"gift-ideas-for-your-senior-loved-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bentonhouse.com\/blog\/gift-ideas-for-your-senior-loved-one\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Delightful Gift Ideas for Older Parents (That Support Their Health and Well-Being)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for gift ideas for your older parents?<\/p>\n<p>It can be hard to find just-the-right present, one that makes them feel seen and appreciated\u2014and that they\u2019ll actually use. Whether you\u2019re shopping for their birthday or a larger holiday, we\u2019ve got just the gift guide for you.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve grouped these ideas into meaningful categories of gift ideas for your senior loved ones to help you find that perfect present. Let\u2019s jump in.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h1>Support their brain with a game<\/h1>\n<p>What about a gift that\u2019s both fun and supportive of their cognitive health? A great gift idea for older parents is a game to help them stay mentally active and enjoy themselves at the same time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>To inspire socializing<\/strong> as well, consider giving them a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rd.com\/list\/classic-board-games\/\">board game<\/a> that requires more than one player, like Scrabble or checkers.<\/li>\n<li>For an activity to help <strong>fill downtime spent alone<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grayingwithgrace.com\/games-for-elderly-to-play-alone\/\">more solo-style activities<\/a> like a jigsaw puzzle or book of crosswords make great gifts, too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Make memories last longer<\/h1>\n<p>Holidays are full of nostalgia to begin with: why not draw out that magical feeling with a gift to make memories last even longer?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A<strong> traditional scrapbook<\/strong> always always brings smiles, and can be a fun gift to get the kids involved with, too.<\/li>\n<li>There are also plenty of simple ways to <strong>transform family photos into gifts<\/strong>\u2014like a <a href=\"https:\/\/nymag.com\/strategist\/article\/best-digital-photo-picture-frames.html\">digital picture frame<\/a> or\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mpix.com\/photo-gifts\/photo-coasters\">these custom photo coasters<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Bring nature to them<\/h1>\n<p>There\u2019s no doubt about it: time in the natural world enriches our lives. But of course, as we age it tends to become more challenging to engage as actively in outdoors activities. Bring a little of the outside world to your loved one this holiday with a nature-inspired gift.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider hanging a <strong>bird feeder outside a window<\/strong> so they can enjoy the flurry of activity.<\/li>\n<li>I<strong>f they like to cook<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/home\/gardening\/g36521619\/best-indoor-herb-garden-kits\/\">an indoor herb planter<\/a> makes a beautiful and functional gift.<\/li>\n<li>Perhaps the simplest idea on our list, <strong>low-maintenance houseplants<\/strong> are lovely ways to breathe a little extra vibrancy into your loved one\u2019s home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Make their lives better with technology<\/h1>\n<p>Depending on your loved one\u2019s lifestyle, there may be just the perfect gadget to make their life a little easier or more fun.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For example, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GrandPad-Seniors-Accessibility-Enabled-Wireless\/dp\/B09S6THZJ1\">tablet with integrated accessibility<\/a> might make <strong>browsing the web<\/strong> more enjoyable.<\/li>\n<li>If they like to <strong>get out and about<\/strong>, a fitness tracking watch could inspire them to track their steps and challenge themselves to keep moving.<\/li>\n<li>And if your loved one<strong> leans more low tech<\/strong>, perhaps something more traditional like a new reading light to support their reading habit makes the most sense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Subscribe them to something special<\/h1>\n<p>What about a gift that keeps on giving? No matter what your older parents enjoys, you can find a subscription they\u2019ll look forward to getting every month, guaranteed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Try a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.townandcountrymag.com\/style\/collectibles\/g24413909\/best-subscription-boxes\/\">niche subscription<\/a>.<\/strong> From flowers to books to wine to ice cream, you can have just about anything shipped to their doorstep each month.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t forget about <strong>more traditional subscriptions<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.barnesandnoble.com\/b\/newsstand\/magazines\/_\/N-8qeZ1gzq\">like that magazine<\/a> you always see them flipping through at the grocery checkout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Gift them warmth and comfort\u00a0<\/h1>\n<p>Don&#8217;t sleep on everyone\u2019s favorite gifting category: <strong>all things cozy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider <strong>something <a href=\"https:\/\/sixtyandme.com\/loungewear-brands\/\">soft and wearable<\/a><\/strong>, like a fleece robe, a pair of plush slippers, or a comfy blanket to wrap up in while they relax on the couch.<\/li>\n<li>If they have plenty of soft wintry clothes and throws, they\u2019ll be sure to appreciate a <strong>more interactive gift<\/strong>, like one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/health\/healthy-aging\/best-back-massagers\/\">back massagers<\/a> or an aromatherapy pad they can warm up in the microwave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Spend time together<\/h1>\n<p>Let&#8217;s wrap up with the our favorite gift idea for your older parent: time spent together. And by that we mean time together focused on <i>fun<\/i>, not caregiving.<\/p>\n<p>Since Isolation and feelings of disconnection pose <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1177\/1745691614568352\">a serious health risk<\/a> for older adults, gifts that encourage time together can go a long way in supporting the health of your loved one during the holidays and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bonus: Making a meaningful gift of time time together can also be absolutely free.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider something simple and casual, like bringing over a box of pre-made holiday decorations (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/HobbyLobby\/diy-home-decor\/\">or DIY seasonal decor supplies<\/a>) and <strong>spending the day together<\/strong> making their home more festive.<\/li>\n<li>Turn<strong> time together into a more formal gift<\/strong>, like a one-time cooking class you can both attend or a series of once-a-week art classes you\u2019d both enjoy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1>Next Steps<\/h1>\n<p>We hope this list of holiday gift ideas for older parents helps you find just the right present for your senior loved one.<\/p>\n<p>If you could use support in another way with your senior loved one this holiday season, we\u2019d love to help. Feel free to call us at 855-461-2552, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bentonhouse.com\/contact-us\/\">send us a message<\/a>, anytime.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for gift ideas for your older parents? It can be hard to find just-the-right present, one that makes them feel seen and appreciated\u2014and that they\u2019ll actually use. Whether you\u2019re shopping for their birthday or a larger holiday, we\u2019ve got just the gift guide for you. 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