- Blankets—older adults often get cold very easily. However, you can take a picture and have Wal-Mart, Walgreens, Shutterfly
family puzzle or another company create a blanket from a family picture.
- Coffee Mugs—each morning my grandmother has hot chocolate with her 3 great-grandchildren. This mug was a Christmas present and she loves it.
- Calendars—create a calendar using family pictures. Once again you can easily create this online.
- Pillows—use family pictures and create pillows. You can make your own or order online.
- Find or make old style toys {dolls, cars, etc} that your loved one may have grown up with. This may prompt all types of memories.
- Puzzles—create a puzzle or order one online based on a family picture. This can be so much fun for everyone as the family slowly begins to take shape. You’ll be saying, “This is “insert name” nose…”
- Ornaments—create family ornaments that are special to your family.
family quilt - Crossword Puzzles or Word Searches using family names, places, etc. you can find online software to help you with this.
- Magnets for the refrigerator, kitchen or cabinets with family pictures. Senior adults love to brag on their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
- Family Quilt—if you enjoy quilting, create a quilt using pictures of family members.
- Bonus: Life of Yesteryear—memory books for grandparents can easily be found. This is a great gift for everyone. Grandma/Grandpa can write out their memories which will be saved and cherished for years to come.
What are some fun gift ideas you have?
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