Susann Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 I know some you power shoppers out there are up to showing your shopping prowess! Here goes: 89 year old widowed FIL who lives alone, doesn't drive, is losing his eyesight and says he doesn't need anything. I throw down the gauntlet-will you accept the challenge??????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Does he live where it is cold? Slippers and a nice tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Calendar from Shutterfly made with picture of grandkids. Or a fruit of a month type gift. My family got one of those one year when I was a teenager and we loved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Photo calendar with pics of the family. Request photos from his kids, grandkids, siblings, etc. Rush order from shutterfly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Kindle, iPod, or similar device pre-loaded with several audio-books he would enjoy (since he's losing his eyesight). Neck massager or one of those neck-shaped bean bags you can heat up in the microwave. Reading light with a magnifying glass that has a clip to attach to books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 I was thinking along the lines of the audio books. What about treats or a meal brought in regularly for him? Housecleaning services? Cab/bus/transportation passes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susann Posted December 15, 2012 Author Share Posted December 15, 2012 Lots of great ideas! Keep 'em coming-will pass along to DH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Kindle, iPod, or similar device pre-loaded with several audio-books he would enjoy (since he's losing his eyesight). Neck massager or one of those neck-shaped bean bags you can heat up in the microwave. Reading light with a magnifying glass that has a clip to attach to books. I was thinking along the lines of the audio books. What about treats or a meal brought in regularly for him? Housecleaning services? Cab/bus/transportation passes? Audiobooks are awesome! That's a fantastic suggestion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 my FIL has this pretty cool magnifying glass with a built in light. He uses it to read menus, see the remote, read etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 My dad loved those little neck pillows w/ the tiny beads in them- nice and squishy. I like the idea of audio books. Flannel shirts, fleece blanket, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Or a fruit of a month type gift. My family got one of those one year when I was a teenager and we loved it. That made me flash back the the Everybody Loves Raymond episode about the fruit of the month gift. And then laugh right out loud. I think the audiobooks are a great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Does he drink coffee or tea? If yes, he might enjoy a personalized mug with a picture of the grandkids on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 My FIL is 83, lives alone and is blind. Our standbys are: audiobooks music CDs food gifts (fruit baskets, sweets, gourmet cheeses, smoked salmon...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted December 16, 2012 Share Posted December 16, 2012 We've given elderly relatives meals from http://www.dinewise.com/ Usually two weeks worth, because they're pricey, but everyone has loved them and they're way above the usual frozen dinner quality. They truly are gourmet meals, and my MIL loved that she could heat them up by placing the bags in boiling water or microwaving them. We felt better knowing that she was eating healthy, balanced meals. They have them for all sorts of special dining needs...diabetic, low-sodium, low-fat, vegetarian, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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