It is very difficult to choose a gift for an elderly person for any holiday. Especially when it comes to such a holiday as the New Year. Old people are not interested in modern electronic gadgets, they do not like useless trinkets in the form of souvenirs, and therefore it can be difficult to choose a New Year's gift. Consider a few ideas that will help determine the selection of a good presentation.
Home Presents
Older people never talk about their dreams and desires, do not want their relatives to waste money. However, for the New Year, no one should be left without a gift.
A gift for an elderly woman or elderly man should be practical and useful. A pensioner will not like it if she is presented with a present from some modern household appliances or if it is some kind of electronic gadget. Such gifts are simply useless for most of them. Therefore, relatives should consider only those gifts that are definitely useful to the elderly.
The best option is gifts that are useful in everyday life.
An elderly woman will be glad to receive a gift new apron. Especially if you make it yourself. The apron can be sewn from white fabric, which will be easily washed. But you can decorate it with the children. If the apron has cute children's drawings or tiny bright prints of children's hands, then such a gift will not leave anyone indifferent. In general, older people are very fond of accepting gifts, the creation of which children and grandchildren worked independently.
Everyone knows that most retirees live very modestly. They try to save on everything and often deny themselves even small weaknesses. therefore grocery set It will be a very relevant and pleasant gift for them.Can give a tea set. For example, these are several packs of good tea, a jar of delicious jam or jam, and a couple of registered tea mugs. Choosing a similar set, be sure to consider the taste preferences of the elderly.
In addition, if there are contraindications, then do not give honey or jam in the kit. For example, for older people who suffer from diabetes it is better to choose a safe option, without the use of sugar.
If there are no contraindications, then it is quite possible to give sweet set. You can buy a beautiful wicker basket and fill it yourself. It can be chocolates, gingerbread cookies, marshmallows, marshmallows or marmalade. Consider the age of retirees. For example, not everyone loves gingerbread, as they are a little tough, so it's better to choose something neutral. Also, do not give sweets with alcoholic filling.
Instead of sweets the basket can be filled with various fruits. It is also important to consider the health status and taste preferences of older people. In addition, you can give a food basket for the holiday, in which there should be cheeses, sausages, various canned goods and other favorite delicacies of your relatives.
You can give something from technology. Especially if you know for sure that any device is out of order. Many pensioners will be happy with such kitchen appliances as an electric kettle or microwave. Try not to buy models with too complicated controls and many additional features.
For security, you can give useful presents for homefor example, a socket with a timer, which is controlled by a telephone.
You can give the elderly a special rubber mat, thanks to which they will be comfortable and safe to take a bath without fear of slipping in it.
For comfort and warmth
You can give an elderly couple gifts that will help create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere in the house. Do not choose any new-fangled lamps or stylish decor items. Older people may not understand and appreciate such a presentation. Therefore, it should be something simple, but very spiritual. And, most importantly, that the present reminds the elderly about your attention, love and care.
Pay attention to various photo frames. Now there are options that consist of several frames, which allows you to place there from three to five to six photos. Be sure to give such a photo frame already with photos. It should be warm family shots. In addition, you can select a frame in the form of a family tree. The old people will be pleased with your attention and such a reverent attitude towards the family.
For warmth and comfort you can give them on New Year's Eve a couple of rugs. Try to choose non-fading colors. In addition, you should opt for the classic version. In the event that you present some newfangled and expensive rugs as a New Year's gift, then the old people may simply not use them.
Older people are very careful about new things and often leave such gifts unpacked just because they are afraid to stain or ruin them. Together with warm blankets, you can give an elderly couple cozy slippers or warm hand-knitted socks. In addition, pensioners may be pleased with such a gift as heating blanket.
A set of beautiful and soft towels, a set of bed linen or a festive tablecloth with a set of fabric napkins - all this can please the elderly and will definitely come in handy in any home.
It is quite possible to give warmth to pensioners, namely: positive emotions as a New Year's gift. If they used to go to the theater, to museums or to exhibitions, then you can give them tickets. Choose classic performances with their favorite actors. In addition, if you give away several tickets at once, then remember that daily trips to theaters and museums can tire them. So pay attention to the dates that cultural events do not take place on the same day or that dates do not go in a row.
If you give a ticket to a lonely old person, then immediately think about who will keep him company. Of course, it is good if the pensioner or pensioner has friends, and if not, then someone from the family should accompany them to a museum or theater.
For health
There are also presentations that not only will appeal to older people, but will also be beneficial to health. For example, it could be orthopedic pillow. Thanks to this gift, the elderly can sleep comfortably, and this is very important at any age.
To maintain health, you can give them vitamin complex. Do not forget to give a special pill box, in which it is very convenient to store vitamins in tablets. When choosing such vitamin complexes, be sure to consult a specialist so as not to harm the health of an elderly person. If there are no contraindications, then it can be presented as a New Year's useful gift herbal tincture or balm.
Such a modern device as electronic blood pressure monitor useful to every pensioner. This gift is very useful and necessary. Thanks to him, the elderly will be able to independently monitor blood pressure and heart rate, which will allow you to consult a doctor in time or drink the right medicine on time. Also, if necessary, you can give A device that helps you measure your blood sugar at home.
It's no secret that various puzzles, solving crosswords and creative activities have a very positive effect on health. Including the health, emotional state and memory of older people. Therefore, it is quite possible to give them board game, simple puzzle or set for creativity. For example, an elderly woman can take embroidery or paint pictures by numbers with great pleasure. And an elderly man can get carried away with such activities as puzzles.
A surprise gift for the New Year can be relevant, healthy and giving a boost of energy and positive. For instance, A ticket to a country boarding house or sanatorium is a great solution.
Pensioners will be able to relax in the fresh air, escape from everyday life, strengthen their health and make new acquaintances. Such a short trip will be the best gift for them.
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