Birthday Gifts for Elderly During Current Pandemic

Countries globally has taken precautionary measures to prevent future spread and increase of imported cases of the Covid-19 virus, an outbreak that the World Health Organization has declared as a global pandemic.

Some of the precautionary measures taken include ensuring proper washing hygiene, practice social distancing, working from home, having full home-based learning and most importantly, staying at home as much as possible. Some countries have even taken additional precautionary measures to forbid visits to extended families.

The dis allowance of visits has greatly impacted the group of elderly who are living by themselves, especially the older group of elderly in their nineties. They are made to stay in isolation for the greater good, as they are the group which are the most susceptible to the virus.

If their birthday falls during this pandemic, celebration will be changed from a physical celebration to a virtual birthday party. To combat this current situation and lift their morale during this trying period, family members should consider the 90th birthday gift ideas that are suitable in the current situation, to bring smiles to their faces.

Most importantly, to present them a birthday gift that enables the family members stay connected with the elderly, which is an important as they are not able to pay them a visit.

Food Subscription Gifts

Food subscription gifts are great way during the current times to show your love and concern for the elderly on a regular basis. It is also a subtle reminder to the elderly that you are there for them, even though you are not able to pay them a physical visit.

The thought of monthly subscription box delivered to their doorstep provides them with anticipation and they get to savour the tasty treats, providing them a great way to beat the quarantine blues.

It also makes a great conversation topic between the family members and the elderly, as family members check on them via a call or face time, when they receive their subscription box, asking them for their feedback and their favorite food.

There are several subscription gifts to consider, which are suitable for the elderly. If the elderly loves to munch on snacks in between his lunch and dinner, healthy snacks subscription is a suitable choice as it provides them with monthly surprise treats from various countries with some containing a small card on the snacks description. Be sure to check that the snacks are suitable for elderly.

For elderly who loves to drink tea or coffee, a tea or coffee monthly subscription is an ideal choice.

Keepsake Gifts

Presenting them keepsake gifts that celebrate special memories provides great companionship as they are not able to connect with their family members in person. Flipping through the keepsake gifts such as a DIY photo album or photo puzzle brings them a sense of closeness to their family members. Giving her custom made photo blanket brings her warmth as well.

Health and Wellness Gifts

It is especially important during the pandemic situation to stay physically fit and healthy. Giving them practical gifts that make their lives healthy and safe is ideal.

The elderly will be delighted to receive a massage chair which can help them maintain their physical health in a comfortable manner. They can include the massage session as part of their regular self-care routine, indulging in a nice massage in the comfort of their own home.

The above list of birthday gift ideas will convey the family’s heartfelt birthday wishes and bring positivity to the elderly that they are not alone, the family is always there for them and most importantly, the family will all ride out this storm together.