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. The old people are not interested in modern electronic gadgets, they do not like useless trinkets in the form of souvenirs, and therefore it is 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, on the New Year, no one should be left without a gift.
A gift for an elderly woman or an elderly man should be practical and useful. The pensioner will not like it if she is presented with a presentation of something from modern household appliances or if it will be some kind of electronic gadget. Such gifts for most of them are simply useless. Therefore, relatives should consider only those gifts that will definitely be useful to the elderly.
The best option is gifts that are useful in everyday life.
An older woman would be happy to receive as a gift new apron. Especially if you make it yourself. The apron can be sewn from a white fabric that will be easy to wash. But you can decorate it with children. If on the apron will be cute children's drawings or tiny bright prints of children's palms, then such a gift will not leave anyone indifferent. In general, older people love to accept gifts, on which the children and grandchildren worked on their own.
Everyone knows that the majority of pensioners 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. You can give a tea set. For example, this is a few packs of good tea, a jar of delicious jam or jam, and a pair of personalized mugs for tea. When choosing a similar set, be sure to consider the taste preferences of old people.
In addition, if there are contraindications, then you should not give complete honey or jam. 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. These can be chocolates, gingerbread, marshmallows, marshmallow, or marmalade. Consider the age of pensioners. For example, not everyone likes gingerbread, as they are a little tough, so it’s better to choose something neutral. Also, do not give sweets with alcohol filling.
Instead of sweets The basket can be filled with various fruits. Here, too, it is important to take into account the health status and taste preferences of the elderly. In addition, you can serve for the holiday grocery basket, which should be cheeses, sausages, various canned goods and other favorite delicacies of your relatives.
You can give Something from technology. In particular, if you know for sure that any device has failed. Many retirees will be happy and such kitchen appliances as an electric kettle or microwave. Try not to buy models with too complicated controls and a lot of additional functions.
For security, you can donate useful gifts for homeFor example, a socket with a timer, which is controlled by the phone.
You can give the old people a special rubber mat, thanks to which it will be comfortable and safe for them 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. You should not choose any newfangled lamps or stylish decor items. Older people may not understand and appreciate such a present. Therefore, it should be something simple, but very emotional. And, most importantly, the gift reminded old people of your attention, love and care.
Pay attention to the various photo frames. Now there are options that consist of several frames, which allows you to place from three to five or six photos there. Be sure to give this photo frame already with photos. It should be warm family shots. In addition, you can choose a frame in the form of a genealogical tree. Old men will be pleased with your attention and such a reverent attitude to the family.
For the warmth and comfort you can give them on New Year's Eve a couple of blankets. Try to choose non-staining 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, the old people can simply not use them.
Older people are very careful about new things and often leave such gifts unwrapped just because they are afraid to dirty or spoil them. Along with warm blankets you can give an elderly couple cozy slippers or hand-knitted warm socks. In addition, retirees can please 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 cloth napkins - all this may appeal to the elderly and will definitely come in handy in any home.
It is quite possible to give retirees spiritual warmth, namely: positive emotions as a New Year's gift. If they used to go to the theater, museums or exhibitions often, then you can give them tickets. Choose classic performances with their favorite actors. In addition, if you give several tickets at once, remember that daily trips to theaters and museums can tire them. So pay attention to the dates so that cultural events do not take place on the same day or that dates do not run in succession.
If you give a ticket to a lonely old man, then immediately think about who will keep him company. Of course, it’s good if a pensioner or a pensioner has friends, and if not, someone from his family must accompany them to the museum or theater.
For good health
There are also gifts that will not only please the elderly, but will also be beneficial to health. For example, it may be orthopedic pillow. Thanks to this gift, old people will be able to sleep comfortably, and this is very important at any age.
To maintain health, you can give them vitamin complex. Do not forget to also give a special pill in which it is very convenient to store vitamins in tablets. When choosing such vitamin complexes, be sure to consult with a specialist in order not to harm the health of an elderly person. If there are no contraindications, then you can present as a New Year's useful gift. herbal tincture or balm.
Such a modern device as electronic tonometer, useful for 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 a timely manner or to drink the right medicine in time. Also, if necessary, you can donate A device that helps measure blood sugar levels at home.
It is no secret that various puzzles, solving crossword puzzles and creative activities have a very positive effect on health.Including health, emotional state and memory of the elderly. Therefore, it is possible to give them board game, simple puzzle or set for creativity. For example, an elderly woman with great pleasure can do embroidery or draw pictures by numbers. And an elderly man can be carried away by such an activity as puzzles.
A surprise gift for the New Year may be relevant, beneficial to health and giving a boost of energy and positive. For example, A trip 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, improve their health and make new acquaintances. Such a small trip will be the best gift for them.
About what else to give to older people for the New Year, see the next video.
