By Paducah Dermatology
Making Spirits Bright
A Holiday Gift Guide for Skilled Care Residents with healthy seniors and families in mind, this article is sponsored by Parkview Nursing & Rehabilitation
D
uring the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, preparing gifts for loved ones is usually at the top of the to-do list. The kids have probably been working on their wish lists all year. The office or relative gift exchanges might have specific suggestions. Your spouse or significant other could be the first you shop for. But what about your loved one in a skilled care facility? Beloved seniors, usually our parents or grandparents, don’t always jump at the chance to ask for gifts during the holidays. But shopping for the senior in your life doesn’t have to be as daunting as it seems.
Start with their favorites
Make a note of their favorite things. Compile a CD or playlist of their favorite songs and genres. Do they have a favorite food? If it fits their dietary needs, remake their recipes, childhood snacks, or holiday desserts. Gift their favorite books, movies, or art for fun activities to do together. Decorate their room with preferred colors, patterns, or memorabilia. Bring their favorite flowers, games, or crafts to enjoy. Consider digitizing and reprinting old films and photographs to preserve their stories and memories for easy access.
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DECEMBER 2021 - JANUARY 2022
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