I need 2 for females &1 for a male-
none of them are in very good health
2007-08-19 17:36:01 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
They are out of state unfortunately I can't visit them,1 doesn't have a phone
2007-08-19 17:57:47 · update #1
Books on tape
2007-08-19 17:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gee, are they in a resthome? relatives? Not too much info.
The best present would be your time, your smiles and soothing rubs. Anyone can use a good back rub! Without knowing more info, stationary and stamps are ok if they can write and see...or have anyone to send a note to. I wouldn't give any perfume, because the smell can be overwhelming for them; probably some nice lotion instead.
A gentleman could use personal items like a comb/brush, hankerchiefs or the like. If they are in a 'home', then be sure to have their names clearly printed on the items! If you have the use of a camera...you could take some pix and send or email them to their relatives if that info is available for you to do that. Even a nice card you make with the photos in it would be ok for their rooms also?
If they are in a resthome, be aware that things you buy maybe 'taken' from their rooms, or 'lost'. Even combing a ladies hair gently are things that are appreciated. You could even ask them questions that are of a good nature to carry on conversations about their lives, jobs, etc. good luck!
2007-08-20 00:56:44 · answer #2 · answered by caves51 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not quite there but not that far away either. Why do people think 80 is so blasted old that we are all at the throes of death and financial desperation with failing minds and bodies that either don't work or leak all over the place? Anything that is from you and says you care and haven't forgotten works fine. In fact, that has been the case for me for the past 20 years and it still feels good at the age of 70.
2007-08-23 15:30:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Send them some photographs of you, your family, your pets, etc. Write them a letter and include it in the birthday card. They can read the letter and look at the photos many times and enjoy them all over again. If you know what size clothing they wear send a blouse for the women and a shirt for the man. Shopping is very difficult for many older people so new clothes might be needed.
You are sweet to remember them on their birthdays.
2007-08-23 22:53:13 · answer #4 · answered by Miz D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about one of those photo frames which have spaces for multiple photos. You could even add a few words under each photo, reminding them of where and what year each was taken. That would help keep memories alive for them.
You can have favourite photos transferred on to items such as cups, plant pots even birthday cakes.
How about something you made your self? Can you paint or knit? What ever you choose, I'm sure they will be pleased that they are not forgotten.
Hope I've given you a couple of ideas. x
2007-08-20 05:04:05 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Find out the name of the supermarket they use and see if you can get a gift card or gift certificate online for them. When you get to be that age, sometimes it's a coin toss whether you get your meds this month or your food.
Hey, there's a thought. Maybe you could pay a month's worth of prescriptions for them? (Maybe not such a good idea. My husband and I spend $200 a month for prescriptions, and that's AFTER insurance kicks in.)
2007-08-23 02:20:50 · answer #6 · answered by felines 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe two knitted shawls, that they can put over their shoulders while they are not moving around, or sitting up in bed.
It sounds silly, but if you are in a country where winter is on the way, maybe some nice thick warm socks or slippers with fur for the gent.
2007-08-23 23:11:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a great picture frame from Things Remembered. On the front of the frame you could put pics of what they look like now, then when they slide the picture frame open they can see pics of themselves and friends of yesteryear. Some moment in time that was very special for them.
2007-08-20 03:09:46 · answer #8 · answered by ncamedtech 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A real letter, one a month for a year...good writing, full of newsy stuff, etc. Gifts for this age are meaningless, unless they write lots of letters, then stamps are always a great gift. IF you have reason to think that these people are having a hard time financially, there is NEVER anything wrong with dead green presidents as a gift....Good luck
2007-08-20 01:19:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
My parents were this age when I bought them a dvd player and a subscription to Netfix. They said it was the best present they ever received. Now they can watch the movies they want to watch, when they want to watch them, and stop them to take a break. If they are all 3 at the same place- buy them a group gift.
2007-08-20 03:38:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have found, through several of my elderly family members, that one of the best gifts they have received are memory books.
These are books that you put together yourself. Get friends and family members to write memories and put them in a "Memory Book" along with any pictures you can get.
It would really amaze you to see those faces as they read those memory books. It brings back so many things that have been forgotten. It makes for warm fuzzies and a great sense of well-being.
2007-08-20 02:28:03 · answer #11 · answered by Cranky 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋