Can you believe that Christmas Day is only two weeks away? We might not quite be at the “last minute shopping” stage just yet, but it’s getting close. Are you still looking for the ideal gift for an elderly loved one? It can be challenging to find presents for older adults. Seniors often prioritize practicality and comfort. Therefore, gifts that enhance their daily lives or bring them joy are especially meaningful.
To help you out, the LifeCare Mobility Solutions team has compiled a short list of practical and ideal holiday gift ideas for seniors. Check it out!
Comfort essentials.
Who doesn’t love to be warm and cozy during the wintertime? Seniors would be especially grateful to receive gifts that help them to be comfortable. Naturally, such items help to relieve the everyday pains that come with aging. We’re talking about heated blankets to ward off chills from cold winter nights. As well, think orthopedic pillows and cushions. These are great for helping to relieve pressure and improve posture, making everyday activities more comfortable.
You can easily locate a number of orthopedic pillows on Amazon. They include the JINXIA Cervical Pillow. “This memory foam pillow is specially designed to alleviate discomfort in the neck, back and shoulders by maintaining the correct height for your head and neck,” illustrates the popular online shopping website, “It effectively reduces pressure and is ideal for side, back, and stomach sleepers.”
Health and wellness gifts.
Of course, we imagine that the health and safety of your elderly loved ones are paramount. For that reason, gifts that promote health and wellness are likely at the top of your shopping lists. Perhaps you’ll want to pick up a home blood pressure monitor. This easy-to-use device empowers seniors to stay on top of their health.
A light therapy lamp is also a great idea. Particularly helpful during the dark winter months, these lamps are known to boost moods and energy levels. In fact, they’ve even been used to treat conditions such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), depression and sleep disorders.
“To get the most out of your light therapy lamp, experts recommend using one that offers 10,000 lux of light exposure,” inform Lindsey Lanquist, Lily Moe and Tori Zhou in a recent Verywell Health article, “(Lux is a measure of illuminance. So the higher the lux, the brighter the lamp.) Research suggests that indoor lighting generally provides 100 lux, while a sunny day offers 50,000 lux. So, your light therapy lamp should fall somewhere in between.”
Mobility aids to promote safety and independence.
Surely, you’re not surprised to see mobility solutions on our list of holiday gifts for seniors. Naturally, any product that can help to keep your loved one safer and grow his or her independence will be a welcome one. The LifeCare Mobility Solutions team has long been a proponent of helping people who wish to live independently. As a result, we carry a wide variety of mobility solutions including scooters, walkers and wheelchairs.
To learn all about these and our many other mobility solutions for seniors, please don’t hesitate to call us at 416-267-9800 or email us at info@lifecaremobility.ca. You may also contact us by filling out the form on our Contact page! Happy Holidays!
