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Keeping up with the housework can be tough going for the elderly and infirm. But you can sweep those daily chores under the carpet with a robotic vacuum.
Brain games keep elderly minds active. Crossword puzzles, word searches, and sudoku books work wonders in stimulating and maintaining mental health.
Pill box dispensers are useful accessories for senior citizens with memory deficiencies, and those taking multiple medications. They serve as a great way for keeping meds organized, and help avoid missing a dose (or doses).
A pair of non-slip socks serve a double purpose. While keeping feet and toes warm and snug, they can also help prevent falls.
Misplaced keys can cause anger and frustration. Solve the problem with a key finder, an electronic gadget designed to help quickly and easily locate missing house or car keys.
The elderly quite often have issues with sleep. A sleep sound machine, also known as a white noise sound machine, helps restless souls drift off to sleep by generating soothing natural sounds.
The kitchen is one of the most hazardous locations for an elderly person. Help lessen the risk with a portable induction cooktop. These devices only heat the pot, not the stovetop, which means it is safer.
An air fryer doesn't actually fry. Instead, the food goes into a perforated basket and the machine cooks the food by blowing hot air around it. How simple is that for elderly or infirm individuals?
An especially apt Christmastime gift is a light therapy lamp. Brighten up those dark winter nights using a lamp that mimics natural outdoor daylight. These devices can also help those suffering from seasonal affective disorder.
Sturdy light-up magnifying mirrors designed to sit on a desk or table top take the effort out of standing upright for extended periods while taking care of personal grooming or cleansing sessions. And the illuminated magnified mirrors make it easier to see yourself close up.
The perfect all-round option, a Christmas gift basket typically contains a selection of seasonal goodies, items such as wine, gourmet snacks, cheeses, puddings, and pies.
A stiff aching back or neck can benefit from a heated massage pillow. And the older you are, the more soothing and rewarding the results.
Keeping warm and comfortable during the long winter months is made easier with a lightweight pure wool throw blanket—or two!
Reading is a practical and rewarding way to keep elderly minds occupied. A preloaded e-reader provides dozens of titles with a touch of the fingertips. You'll need a Wi-Fi connection to download new books.
A digital picture frame makes a wonderful gift for the elderly given that you can upload photographs of family and friends directly to the frame from a smartphone or use an SD card/flash drive.
This useful household item takes the effort out of seeking high and low for coffee grounds and filters. It's economical and fills a mug at the touch of a button.
With a Wi-Fi connection, these voice-operated devices are at your command. You can play music, receive news and weather updates, and program alarms and updates all without leaving your seat, a great option for those with mobility issues.
Why should kids have all the fun? Adult coloring books make perfect gifts for senior citizens. Bringing an illustration vividly into life is a wonderful way to relax and relieve stress. And, hey, the grandchildren will be very impressed!
Playing cards with a group is a great leveler, whatever your age. But those with arthritic or less nimble hands can get ahead of the game with an automatic card shuffler.
Elderly moms or grandmas will be delighted with a birthstone ring, made to celebrate the arrival in the world of a son or daughter, or a grandchild.
Another household item designed to take the effort out of working in the kitchen, a sparkling water maker turns ordinary tap water into a carbonated treat and puts the fizz into any fresh fruit drink. And it's especially important for the elderly to remain hydrated.
Daily exercise keeps body and soul together. For less agile senior citizens with limited strength, a resistance band offers a safe and practical way to enjoy a daily workout, the intensity of which can be easily increased or decreased depending on the thickness of the band chosen.
Similarly, a jigsaw puzzle engages cognitive skills and can be solved together over a cup of tea or suchlike.
A day clock, sometimes called an "Alzheimer's clock," can serve some senior citizens well if they are dealing with dementia or other memory issues.
Old bones and tired muscles are often put to the test by the simplest activity, like pulling on shoes. Offer an elderly loved one a helping hand with an extended shoehorn.
The elderly can stay comfortable and fashionable with a pair of foot massage slippers. Footwear of this type features massage buttons that act as pressure points to help improve blood circulation, nerve sensitivity, and general tension—great for worn-out feet!
This is wonderful Christmas gift idea for elderly individuals who appreciate nature but don't have a garden. A window bird feeder attracts feathered friends practically to one's door, especially during the cold winter months.
Aches, pains, and strains can strike suddenly in later years. But with a reusable rice and flaxseed-filled microwave heat pad at hand, you can diffuse discomfort quickly and naturally. The rice provides moist warmth and the flaxseed helps retain the heat for 30-45 minutes after being warmed.
Using an aromatherapy oil burner fills a room with natural scent that improves mood and promotes a sense of relaxation. At Christmastime, choose scents that reflect the season—cinnamon, clove, gingerbread, and suchlike.
If your elderly loved ones haven't already got one of these, make it a priority Christmas gift. A pendant alarm offers the whole family peace of mind, given that in an emergency the user simply needs to press their pendant button. The signal connects them with a care team on call 24/7 to arrange whatever help is needed.
Sources: (Mayo Clinic) (Country Court)
Christmas is a time of giving. But coming up with gift ideas for the elderly in particular can pose a challenge. Perhaps the best way of solving this dilemma is to offer something that makes them feel special while at the same time serves as a practical item that will make older people's lives easier and more comfortable. Fortunately, there are plenty of things that make unique presents for aging loved ones that will put smiles on faces and are made to last beyond the seasonal celebrations.
So, are you ready with the shopping list? Click through for gift ideas for senior citizens.
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Christmas is a time of giving. But coming up with gift ideas for the elderly in particular can pose a challenge. Perhaps the best way of solving this dilemma is to offer something that makes them feel special while at the same time serves as a practical item that will make older people's lives easier and more comfortable. Fortunately, there are plenty of things that make unique presents for aging loved ones that will put smiles on faces and are made to last beyond the seasonal celebrations.
So, are you ready with the shopping list? Click through for gift ideas for senior citizens.