Welcome to Good Gifts For Senior Citizens
It’s sometimes so difficult to think of good gifts for our senior citizen friends. So, my goal in creating this site was to give other caregivers ideas about gifts for their elderly loved ones.
I cared for my elderly mom for the 5 years after dad’s death until her death at the tender age of 95.
During my caregiving years, I learned a lot about what works for the elderly and what doesn’t. So, on this website, I hope to share with you what works!
All of the items below are my best sellers; that is, they outsell over 200 items every month. If you’re stuck when trying to find a good gift for a senior citizen friend, any of the below would be wonderful presents.
Click to see Unusual Gifts
Click to see Alzheimer’s/Dementia Patient Gifts
Best Selling Gifts For Senior Citizens
Unusual Gifts For Senior Citizens
Barbara says
Lori, I can see why the big button phone is a best seller, it’s something we were considering for a relative as well – all of your recommendations are spot on
Sandy says
Wonderful gift ideas the elderly! Me too, love that large button phone. The phone was always an issue with my Mom, too.
Sandy
Evielee says
We are looking for ideas for the shut ins in our church. Some have dementia so most of these items ( though wonderful for most) are not very good for them. Any ideas for those sweet people?
Lori Burdoo says
Evielee,
First off, I’m so glad you found my site. You’re the exact type of person I hope to help through my own experience with my Mom.
Ok, here’s some things those with dementia can use:
Activity Centers
This one isn’t so much fun but it will keep them seated:
Lap Buddy
How about coloring? I’ve known some elderly folks with Alzheimer’s who could still play with a crayon:
Coloring Book Fun!
Finally, here’s a one-button radio that’s great for those with dementia:
Dementia one button radio
BH says
Heated car throw blankets…. what a great idea! I’m getting 2 for Christmas presents. Traveling will be so much easier and more comfortable for everyone with these! Thank you so much for the idea.
Lori Burdoo says
You are SO very welcome! Your comment made my day. I’m glad I could help find that perfect gift.
gaoodgle.com says
Good write-up. I absolutely love this site. Keep
writing!
Lori Burdoo says
Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate it!
Tennis Thunder says
Wow, wonderful blog layout! How long have you been blogging for?
you make blogging look easy. The overall look of
your web site is fantastic, let alone the content!
Lori Burdoo says
Thanks for the nice comment. I started this website when I was caring for my elderly Mom, Gertie. It gave me something to do. Little did I realize that, one day, this website would help others!
Anne Marie Davidson says
Love this site. Please keep me posted with new items or information
Lori Burdoo says
Thank you so much for your kind words. It’s comments like yours that keep me going, even though Mom is no longer with me.
Lori Burdoo says
Me again Anne Marie! I just added a spot where you can subscribe to the website and you’ll get updates as I post.
Thanks so much for reminding me to do that!