Celebrate the special senior in your life with a gift, whether it’s a birthday gift for grandma, a congratulations gift for new grandparents, a retirement present, or a surprise given out of the blue. While the idea of gift giving is nice, it’s another thing to actually think of and buy a gift, especially for someone who seemingly has everything they want or need. That’s where our list of the best gifts for seniors comes in. If you’re struggling to think of the perfect present or just need inspiration, we’ve come up with 50 practical gift ideas that the senior in your life will love.
While we specify that these gifts are great for those who are 65 and up, that’s not a hard and fast rule. Most of them are fitting for adults of any age. So instead of searching for hours for the perfect gift (only to be left unsatisfied), let us do the heavy lifting with these highly-rated and well-reviewed products for seniors.
These slippers feature massage buttons that act as pressure points to help improve blood circulation, nerve sensitivity, and general tension. Each set comes with replacement buttons, so there's no need to about wearing them out.
Available in multiple colors, this non-slip armrest organizer has six compartments to store the essentials while they recline and watch TV. It's made from premium durable fabric and is machine washable. This caddy is inexpensive, practical, and will be used all the time.
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Entertaining Gift for Seniors
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Entertaining Gift for Seniors
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For a senior who is always misplacing their phone, book, iPad, or glasses, this shawl will give them a way to keep the necessities accessible and close by, no matter where they're moving around the house.
For older adults who spend a lot of time indoors, this game of adult activities will keep them engaged and entertained for days. Pair it with some fun snacks and slippers for a nice gift basket.
Help your loved one create a lasting keepsake that can be handed down from one generation to the next. Filling out the book together will take your family on a journey through time. The book is divided into nine sections, starting with "The Early Years." Each page comes with a new thought-provoking prompt meant to spark colorful memories.
Celebrate your loved one's home state with this personalized tote bag made of durable canvas. One side of the tote bag comes with a gorgeous painting of the state with local wildlife, popular attractions, and breathtaking colors. The other side features a poem about the selected state. From California's redwoods to New York's apple orchards, your loved one can carry the place that has their heart and all of their everyday essentials around each day.
As a generation that's had to consciously incorporate technology into their lives, it's all too easy to forget their phone; while their wallet, on the other hand, is always top of mind. This 3-in-1 phone case, wallet, and phone stand consolidates the many things they carry day-to-day, making it easier to grab the necessities while on the go.
Nothing gives you that warm sense of childhood nostalgia like an ooey-gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Take them back to the good old days with this grilled cheese toaster that features extra wide slots and a removable toasting basket.
A massage is the epitome of luxurious pampering. However, they're often expensive and difficult to schedule. With this ergonomically designed back massager, your gift recipient will be able to relieve sore muscles and tension any day of the week from the comfort of their home. The Shiatsu pillow has three different speeds for optimal massaging and is made from soft, durable materials. For less than $40, it's a win for sore shoulders and your bank account.
If their luscious locks have thinned over the years, help them kickstart new hair growth with this scalp and hair oil. It hydrates and nourishes, which is especially great for those with a dry scalp. The rosemary and mint scent makes hair smell fresh.
Warm up their cold feet with battery-powered, heated socks. This black pair fits any size and easily matches any outfit. They can wear them as a replacement for slippers or as regular socks.
This book nook provides a home for all of their reading essentials: glasses, mug, phone, book. So if they feel themselves dozing off with a book in hand, they can easily sling it over the nook and never lose their page. Oh, and did we mention the stand can also be personalized?
This is one game the whole family can enjoy. Once the puzzle is completed, a giant QR code is revealed that can be scanned to find out how much money they've made, from $1 to $1 million!
Even if you're not a senior, you can empathize with the dreaded aches and pains many feel as they get older. This neck massager could be a great gift for someone who is in search of ways to relax at home.
Elizabeth Berry (she/her) is the Updates Editor at the Good Housekeeping Institute where she optimizes lifestyle content across verticals. Prior to this role, she was an Editorial Assistant for Woman’s Day where she covered everything from gift guides to recipes. She also has experience fact checking commerce articles and holds a B.A. in English and Italian Studies from Connecticut College.
Kate Franke (she/her) is the editorial assistant at Woman’s Day. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!