A November 2022 article by Merritt Whitley in the newsletter of aPlaceforMom says that gift giving is challenging because older adults have diverse and evolving needs. Some seniors don’t want a lot of “stuff” just sitting around or taking up space. For loved ones in nursing homes or assisted living, physical health issues, memory loss, and lack of space may make some gifts impossible to use. But other gifts that bring joy or address day-to-day needs could be lifesavers. 

Consider these gift ideas from people who know best: our readers and staff in senior living.  (The article lists gifts in several categories: Personalized senior gift ideas; activity books or games;

musical gifts for the elderly; help cover the cost of bills or fun activities; give seniors something useful; technology devices for seniors; fitness gift items; great gift ideas for seniors in assisted living, memory care, or nursing homes; and always-a-hit senior gift ideas.)

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