Gift ideas needed! - Page 3

NYC Susan · ‎03-13-2010

There are a lot of good ideas here, but I would be careful about bringing him food because he may have dietary restrictions. How disappointing that would be for him to receive something that he couldn't eat! Of course it's the thought that counts, but I'm sure the OP would like to give him something that he could enjoy.

I like the idea of taking him out for dinner, but she said "small gift". Maybe there's someone else (another neighbor?) who might want to make the gift a joint one. Or take him out for a simple lunch or just coffee or something along those lines.

If the OP knows his interests and whether or not he has visual impairment or anything like that, maybe a book or a photo of something that would be meaningful to him. A plant for indoors or something for his garden outdoors.

I would give him a birthday card too, with something nice handwriten inside. He will likely look at it over and over again, and be reminded of someone who thought to do something nice for him.

CJC · ‎03-11-2010

Thank you everyone for all your great suggestions!

ladyroxanne · ‎03-09-2010

i would just like to add....does he play cards? you could put a game together along with cookies if he likes or candy and refreshments.

@CJC

Marp · ‎03-09-2010

Something else to consider is a nice, soft sweater. At his age unless very active he is likely to get chilled or cold easily even with adequate heat. I see that almost to a person at mom's nursing home.

The temperature is warm but the residents still want the comfort of a soft sweater or wrap of some kind and it is often just a comfort thing. Even in summer my mom likes to have her Snuggie over her.

What is good for the goose today will also be good for the gander tomorrow.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

It depends on your area, his level of mobility and interest, but you could offer to take him somewhere he's never been, or on a "tour" of an area and then lunch or dinner.

I also like the idea of Reader's Digest large print version .... or a gift card to the local market. I'm sure he's on a fixed income, so any financial "relief" is probably always welcome.