34 Wonderful Gifts for Senior Women – DailyCaring (2024)

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By Connie Chow, Founder at DailyCaring
Date published: 2023-12-11

Looking for the perfect gift for a senior woman?

To help you find a wonderful gift she’ll love, we’ve rounded up 34 fantastic gifts for senior women.

There are 7 gift categories and dozens of product suggestions.

There are cozy comforts, lovely memories, everyday luxuries, household upgrades, cheerful accessories, mobility aids, tech tools she’ll love, and helpful delivery and transportation services.

You’re sure to find a thoughtful gift for the senior women in your life.

Browse 7 categories of gifts for senior women

To make it easier to browse these gift ideas for senior women, click these links below to jump directly to one of the seven categories on this page or keep scrolling to browse the full list.

  • 6 cozy comforts
  • 3 keepsake memories
  • 4 everyday luxuries and simple updates
  • 5 cheerful everyday accessories
  • 6 helpful mobility aids
  • 7 tech tools they’ll truly enjoy using
  • 3 delivery and transportation services

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6 cozy comforts

1) House slippers
Soft, warm, non-slip house slippers keep seniors comfy while lounging at home.

2) Comfy slipper/shoe hybrid
For those who enjoy a more substantial slipper, these comfy slipper/shoe hybrids are great.

3) Luxurious robe/wrap
A plush robe or wrap makes chilly mornings or days much more pleasant and cozy. We recommend a shorter style to avoid the possibility of tangling or tripping.

4) Warm blanket/throw
A warm blanket is wonderful in winter and can also be used all year round to make a couch or recliner even cozier and more comfortable.

5) Soothing massager
Get a soothing, warm massage anytime to ease aches and pains.

6) Weighted blanket
Weighted blankets have been scientifically proven to relieve distress and anxiety.

They’re especially helpful for people with dementia and also great for anyone who has trouble sleeping, feels anxious, or would just enjoy feeling more relaxed.

Note: We’ve also got DIY weighted blanket instructions here.

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3 keepsake memories

1) Create a special photo book so your older adult can reminisce anytime

2) Create a custom photo calendar that shows smiling family faces

3) Create a fun custom photo puzzle
Use family photos or pictures of places with special meaning to create a fun puzzle your older adult can put together again and again.

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4 everyday luxuries and simple updates

We often forget how much joy everyday household items can bring. A few strategic updates (like new sheets or towels) can have a big positive impact on quality of life.

1) $38 Kikkerland Solar Powered Rainbow Maker with Single Crystal
This innovative solar-powered device rotates like a disco ball, expertly refracting sunlight to produce captivating, ever-changing rainbow patterns dancing around the room. It’s a visual delight that can brighten everyone’s day.

2) Beautiful bedding

3) Bathroom essentials

4) Bidet

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5 cheerful everyday accessories

1) Eyeglass chains
Reading glasses can be easy to misplace. These lovely eyeglass chains add some flair and keep glasses close at hand.

2) Innovative reading glasses
These ultra thin, ultra light reading glasses gently grip the nose (no arms!) and can easily be tucked into a pocket. They’re also available in a variety of clever, convenient designs.

3) Walker handle cushions
These fun colors liven up the walker and add extra comfort. Plus, they’re washable, so they improve hygiene as well.

4) Walker caddy
This is a stylish, convenient, and hands-free way to carry essentials while using a walker or rollator. These caddies are lightweight, water-resistant, washable, and available in a variety of colors/patterns.

5) Rollator covers
These stretchy covers transform standard rollator walkers into fun personalized accessories. They come in a variety of patterns and are washable, which makes it easier to keep things clean and sanitary.

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6 helpful mobility aids

For older adults who use mobility aids, a beautiful new cane or walker is a wonderful and practical gift. We especially like the clever design of the Free2Go Rollator.

1) From $31 NOVA Designer Walking Cane with Offset Handle
This cane comes in a variety of beautiful colors and patterns.

2) $29 Hugo Mobility Adjustable Quad Walking Cane with Small Base, Cocoa
A lightweight quad cane in a lovely shade of cocoa

3) $80 Vive Carbon Fiber Quad Cane Ultra Lightweight Walking Stick
Get the extra stability of a quad cane without the weight.

4) $68 Drive Medical Four Wheel Rollator with Fold Up Removable Back Support
This rollator walker is easy to maneuver, lightweight, and has a handy seat and backrest for rest breaks

5) $189 Drive Medical Nitro Euro-Style 4-Wheel Rollator Walker With Seat
Review from a family caregiver: “This rollator is really nicely made. I’d compare its frame to a decent road bicycle frame in terms of stiffness, welds, finish, etc. It really looks sharp, too. A far cry from the bare aluminum ones that are wobbly and cheap looking, and also a step above the intermediate ones with painted frames but still are kind of spindly. Gary got a TON of compliments on it.”

6) $260 Free2Go Rollator
This innovative rollator restores independence and dignity by combining the benefits of a rollator and raised toilet seat. It allows someone with reduced mobility to safely and independently use any toilet with confidence.

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7 tech tools they’ll truly enjoy using

1) Digital photo frame
A digital photo frame is a wonderful way to view family photos. Many allow family to add photos via email or through a mobile app.

Note: Check the product description to see if the digital photo frame requires a separate, low costUSB stick flash drive or SD memory card to store the photos.

2) Smart digital photo frame with video calling
Another great gift is the ViewClix Smart Frame. It’s a digital photo frame with video calling and an auto-answer mode.

When auto-answer is set up, the older adult doesn’t need to do anything to receive a video call. This is especially helpful for making video calls to someone with dementia or who isn’t able to physically answer a call.

There’s a 10.1-inch screen size ($149, sale price) or 15.6-inch screen size ($219, sale price).

3) From $40 Amazon Echo Show “Alexa” voice assistant with video calling
The Amazon Echo Show is an Alexa personal voice assistant with a video screen. It’s similar to the Echo or Echo Dot, with the addition of a video screen.

To make video calls without your older adult needing to take action to accept the call, use the Echo’s “drop in” feature.

There are 4 sizes of these devices at various price points based on release date, screen size, and other features:

  • $40 Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen, 2023 release) – 5.5 inch smart display with Alexa and 2 MP camera
  • $60 Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021 release) – 8 inch HD smart display with Alexa and 13 MP camera
  • $105 Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023 release) – 8 inch HD smart display with Alexa and 13 MP camera
  • $160 Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) – 10.1″ HD smart display with premium sound, 13 MP camera, motion, and Alexa
  • $280 Echo Show 15 – 15.6″ full HD (1080p) smart display and 5 MP camera with Alexa and Fire TV lets you make video calls, stream music and books, and watch videos, movies, and TV shows

Tip: When choosing a screen size, think about your family member’s vision: is it poor or starting to decline? If so, go with the largest screen size that your budget allows.

4) $55 Amazon Echo (4th Gen) “Alexa” voice assistant with voice calling
This hands-free, voice-controlled device has a spherical design with rich sound, smart home hub, and Alexa.

It makes voice calls, plays music, gives weather reports, reads the news, answers questions, tells jokes, reads audiobooks, checks sports scores, and more.

Set up the “drop in” feature to make voice calls to people who aren’t able to actively answer a call. Find out more about how Echo can help people with dementia.

5) $23 Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release) “Alexa” voice assistant with voice calling
The Echo Dot has vibrant sound and the Alexa voice assistant in a compact smart speaker.

Set up the “drop in” feature to make voice calls to people who aren’t able to actively answer a call. Find out more about how Echo can help people with dementia.

6) Lively Easy-To-Use Mobile Phones
These easy-to-use mobile phones are designed especially with seniors in mind.

The phones have large screens, big buttons, loud speakers and have additional health and safety features like app link for families, 5Star Urgent Response, Urgent Care doctors and nurses, live Personal Operators, and connection to Lyft.

  • Lively Jitterbug Flip2, $49.99 (now 50% off) + monthly phone service – flip-style phone with big, bright buttons, powerful speaker, simple menus, Amazon Alexa, and more.
  • Lively Jitterbug Smart4, $149.99 + monthly phone service – the simple smartphone with large screen, voice typing, powerful speaker, simple menus, mobile internet, camera, and more.

7) GrandPad Simple and Safe Tablet, from $65/month
This simple, secure tablet is perfect for seniors who want to video call with family and friends, safely browse the internet, view photos, listen to music, and more.

The tablet, cellular data, software, and 24/7 customer care are all included in the monthly fee.

Or you can also buy GrandPad on Amazon.

Top features include:

  • Accessible apps for calls, emails, photos, music, news, and games
  • No spam, robocalls, scams, or other unwanted email messages
  • Easy to use with simple navigation, colorful buttons, and large fonts
  • Live support 24/7 to answer questions

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3 delivery and transportation services

1) Grocery delivery services
Many older adults have been enjoying the convenience of grocery delivery services. Gift cards for these services are thoughtful and practical presents.

Grocery delivery is available from a variety of stores, including:

2) Restaurant delivery
Many restaurants have also expanded their delivery services.

Giving them a gift card to a local restaurant that offers home delivery means they can enjoy their favorite meals without needing to go out.

3) Transportation services
When your older adult needs to leave the house, private transportation is faster and safer than public transportation. Consider these gift card options:

  • GoGoGrandparent gift card – This is an on-demand ride service that’s perfect for seniors who don’t use smartphones. No mobile apps are needed and a live person is always available to help.
  • Lyft or Uber gift card – On-demand rides are a convenient way for older adults to get where they need to go. Some senior organizations even offer concierge services that help seniors book rides.

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Author: Connie Chow, founder at DailyCaring, was a hands-on caregiver for her grandmother for 20 years – until grandma was 101 years old! Connie has an MBA from the University of Southern California and has been featured on major news outlets, including WJCL22 Savannah (ABC), KRON4 San Francisco, NBC10 Philadelphia, 23ABC Bakersfield, KAGS Texas (NBC), and KVAL13 Oregon (CBS). She has spoken at Institute on Aging, written for Sixty and Me, and been quoted in top publications, including U.S. News & World Report, HuffPost, and Society of Senior Advisors.

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FAQs

What is the most valuable gift that a caregiver gets? ›

Time off — Caregivers give a lot to aging loved ones, but time might be their most valuable gift. Show your appreciation by giving them a little extra time off to do what they love.

What do you get an older person who has everything? ›

Unique Gift Ideas for Older People Who Seem to Have Everything
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What to gift to an elderly woman? ›

“Seniors want practical and fun gifts,” says Elson. “They would like things they actually need and will actually use.” They appreciate creature comforts such as lotions, soaps, perfumes, nail care, comfortable shoes, small candies in a dish and small plants for their window sills, shares Elson.

What is a good Christmas gift for a caregiver? ›

Gift cards and subscription services.

Treat a caregiver to the things they enjoy with a gift certificate to their favorite restaurant, store, coffee shop or spa. Paying for meal delivery services or a streaming platform can also offer caregivers a chance to wind down and practice self-care.

What do caregivers want most? ›

Access to reliable resources and information is crucial for effectively caring for their loved ones. From understanding medical conditions to accessing community services and financial assistance, caregivers expressed the need for easily accessible information tailored to their specific circ*mstances and needs.

What is the most precious gift from special person? ›

When you give someone your time, you are giving them a portion of your life that you'll never get back. Your time is your life. That is why the greatest gift you can give someone is your time.

What do seniors need the most? ›

Eight Needs of the Elderly
  • Family Support.
  • Home Safety.
  • Medical Needs.
  • Cognitive Health.
  • Mobility.
  • Personal Hygiene.
  • Meal Preparation.
  • Social Interaction.

What do seniors buy most? ›

Health and Wellness Products
Health and Wellness CategoryExamples
Vitamins and SupplementsMultivitamins, fish oil
Over-the-Counter MedicationsPain relievers, cough syrups
Mobility AidsCanes, walkers
Personal Care ItemsSkincare products, adult diapers
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What do the elderly spend the most money on? ›

10 Biggest Expenses in Retirement
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  7. Kids and grandkids. ...
  8. Taxes.
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What is a good gift for someone with Alzheimer's? ›

Just for Fun
  • Crossword puzzle and word search books (early stage)
  • Mindstart easy word search puzzles (more advanced stage)
  • Word Search Grab 'n Go for Alzheimer's & dementia (more advanced stage)
  • Jigsaw puzzles (early stage)
  • Puzzles designed for Alzheimer's and dementia; Springbok, Mindstart puzzles (more advanced stage)
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What do you buy an elderly grandmother? ›

You can help soothe the aches and pains that come with aging by gifting a top-rated massager, or encourage new hobbies now that she's retired (a bird feeder and a nifty reading light are just a few ideas). And when all else fails, something personalized just for her will do the trick.

How to pamper a caregiver? ›

Bringing over homemade meals, supplying eating utensils and even doing something fun like ordering pizza delivery are all super helpful ways to make your loved one's days easier. You may also consider treating your caregiver to a dinner at their favorite local restaurant.

What is an appropriate cash gift for a caregiver? ›

In most cases, a cash holiday gift will be most appropriate. A current general rule of thumb for a Home Health Aide/Caregiver who has been with your family for a year or more is a sum equal to one day's typical wages. You should not feel obligated, however, to go beyond your personal budget during the holidays.

What do family caregivers want? ›

Family caregivers need more time than just to take care of their own tasks. They also need time to rest and recharge or go on a vacation. Here are some ways you can help: Look into local nursing homes or rehabilitation centers that offer respite care.

How much money do you give a caregiver for Christmas? ›

In most cases, a cash holiday gift will be most appropriate. A current general rule of thumb for a Home Health Aide/Caregiver who has been with your family for a year or more is a sum equal to one day's typical wages. You should not feel obligated, however, to go beyond your personal budget during the holidays.

What is the caregiver award? ›

National Compassionate Caregivers of the Year Award

Since 1999, the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare has honored outstanding healthcare professionals who display extraordinary devotion and compassion in caring for patients and families.

What is a reward of caregiving? ›

In an earlier NAC survey, caregivers reported their biggest reward was knowing that the recipient was well cared for. Caregivers also said they were happy, helpful, grateful, thankful, and lov- ing.

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