[For Seniors] Recommended Birthday Gifts for Those Living in Care Facilities
If a family member living in a care facility has a birthday, you’ll probably want to send a gift.
But it can be hard to decide what would be best to give.
Here are some recommended gifts for older adults living in care facilities.
What matters most is the thought, so there’s no need to overthink it.
Heartfelt handmade items are likely to be appreciated, too.
Be sure to check with the facility staff and choose something that will put a smile on the recipient’s face!
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[For Seniors] Recommended Birthday Gifts for People Living in Care Facilities (21–30)
bath additive
Here’s an introduction to bath additives that can make bath time at home more enjoyable.
Believe it or not, dollar stores offer a wide variety of bath products.
You can find everything from hot spring-style bath salts to character-themed bath bombs and fizzy types—there’s a broad selection available.
Many come in intricate or cute packaging, which is a distinctive feature.
Wrapped up as a gift, they’re likely to be appreciated by older adults.
Adding bath additives to your bath can make you feel like you’re on a hot spring trip.
It’s a perfect gift for relaxing and warming up in the bath.
Shoe horn keychain
How about a shoehorn keychain for birthday parties at senior care facilities or as a small gift? It’s a practical item that people appreciate, easy to carry along with keys, and it makes putting shoes on and taking them off much easier when you’re out and about.
It’s also nice that it blends seamlessly into everyday life.
With plenty of colors and shapes to choose from, the giver can enjoy the selection process, too.
Even if it isn’t expensive, something useful becomes a memorable present.
It’s a subtle yet thoughtful gift.
[For Seniors] Recommended Birthday Gifts for Those Living in Care Facilities (31–40)
smartphone pouch
Many items at 100-yen shops are surprisingly high quality.
Some have thoughtful choices of materials, design, and functionality.
While a few cost slightly more than 100 yen, their quality can be astonishing.
How about gifting a smartphone pouch sold at these 100-yen stores that also carry high-quality items? As we move into an era where nearly everyone has their own smartphone, a case to carry it would likely be appreciated by older adults.
There are many types—some with lots of pockets, some suitable regardless of age or gender—so take your time to choose the right smartphone pouch to give as a gift.
glasses-type loupe
For seniors concerned about diminished vision, “glasses-style magnifiers” are a welcome, practical item.
These magnifiers, available even at 100-yen shops, are invaluable for reading small print like newspapers and medicine labels.
Because they’re a hands-free, eyeglass type, they’re also convenient for knitting and other handiwork.
They’re lightweight, easy to wear, and comfortable for long periods—another big plus.
The simple design makes them easy for anyone to use, regardless of gender.
As a thoughtful, everyday-friendly gift, they’re sure to be appreciated at birthday celebrations in day service centers and similar settings.
leg cushion
Even a small gift is delightful when it’s practical.
The “leg cushion” is one of those items that older adults appreciate for its functionality that you wouldn’t expect from a 100-yen shop product.
For those who spend long periods sitting in a chair, this cushion gently supports the feet, reduces strain on the knees and legs, and makes everyday life more comfortable.
Its soft material and just-right resilience make it very comfortable to use.
It doesn’t take up much space and is easy to store.
It’s a perfect gift for birthdays and other occasions, conveying your care for the recipient’s health.
Cards made from 100-yen shop materials
These days, many 100-yen shops offer good quality and a wide variety of products.
You might also have chances to visit a 100-yen shop during shopping outings with seniors, right? It seems they also carry lots of craft and sewing supplies.
Some facilities even use 100-yen shops to prepare items for recreational activities.
Here are some birthday card ideas made with items sold at 100-yen shops.
On the card cover, draw lines using a heart-shaped template.
Stick stickers or rhinestones along the lines.
Depending on the materials you use, you can create all kinds of hearts.
Use message cards from the 100-yen shop for the inside of the card as well.
With a bit of creativity, you can easily make lovely pieces.
popping cracker
We sometimes set off party poppers for celebrations and events, don’t we? So let’s make a birthday card for an older adult using a party popper as the theme.
Cut origami paper into a triangle to make the popper shape, and place a piece of twine between the origami popper and the card base.
This twine will act as the popper’s string.
Attach a round piece of construction paper to the twine and tuck it inside the origami popper.
When you pull the twine, it will look as if the popper has burst.
The recipient will likely feel excited, wondering, “What will happen when I pull the string?”