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Getting a gift for someone who is older or who has special needs isn’t easy. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of modern gift ideas for Seniors (the last one is our favorite):
Safety First!
- Amazon Echo: The echo not only has a practical ‘drop-in’ feature for those checking on loved ones but also a voice call-out feature. The call-out feature is particularly helpful in a situation where someone is incapacitated (i.e., from a fall) but still able to talk and can easily command Alexa to call someone for help
- Apple Watch: For the tech-enabled Senior, pairing an Apple Watch with a phone can be also helpful for them to call a loved one in a pinch. There are also useful health statistics like heartbeat monitoring and the newer ones have a electro-cardiogram feature
- Air Tag: Useful for locating keys or other important items or even keeping on someone
- Shower Standing Handle: Read our review of options here. Keep in mind that you may want it professionally installed
Food for the Soul
- Lobsters Anywhere: Lobster lover? Also various other options for those that aren’t into seafood
- Instead of Flowers: Pre-cooked meals are perfect for someone who wants doesn’t cook and wants a special meal
- Blue Apron Heat & Eat: Blue Apron has a new service that sends prepared food that one needs to just heat
Get Around Town
- Uber Gift Card: Safer than driving and no need to fuss with parking
- Lyft Gift Card: Safer than driving and no need to fuss with parking
- Zipcar: Another good option if you don’t have a car but prefer to drive yourself
Practical Clothes
- Grip Socks: Especially useful to prevent falls
- Easy Closure Slippers: A step above grip socksand for those with balconies
Education Never Gets Old
- Angry Birds Game: Surprisingly, it was cited in a study that this game benefits memory for Seniors
- Audiobook Subscription: A great way to multi-task and listen to books; also beneficial for someone that has difficult reading
- Netflix Subscription: Pack full of entertainment and intellectually stimulating documentaries
- Disney Plus Subscription: Has a surprising amount of documentaries given its relationship with National Geographic
For the One Who Has Everything:
- Echelon Smart Connect Stationary Bike: This one has magnetic resistance for a smooth ride. Looks slick and is a better value than Peloton
- 2022 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coin MS-70: An example of a historical keepsake can be that one of a kind gift they weren’t expecting
- Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell: You can change the weight depending on how much resistance one is looking for. Kettlebell’s are great because they require more engagement of ancillary muscles than traditional weights
- Gold Belly: This specialty food delivery services brings your favorite savory to sweet treats from famous establishments all over the country to your home
- Voice-activated Plug: When paired with something like the Amazon Echo, a simple but effective gift that brings ease to turning on or off a light