What Do You Give to an Very Elderly Lady For Her Birthday?

[katev]

My husband's Aunt will be turning 96 soon and the family are getting together with her to celebrate; we haven't seen her for a long time. I'd like to give her a little present, but she lives simply and she might not appreciate getting any more "stuff". I don't really know, I'm just thinking of my own Mother when she was in her 90s. Does anyone have a gift suggestion? Thanks!

 

[jellyv]

A day of what pleases her, whether that's a special visit with dear ones, with snacks or sweet treats as she prefers, or an at-home spa couple of hours, customized to what she likes. Even a musical trio playing just for her by Zoom or in person if that's safe. Experiences vs. stuff.

 

[jennlt]

My husband's Aunt will be turning 96 soon and the family are getting together with her to celebrate; we haven't seen her for a long time. I'd like to give her a little present, but she lives simply and she might not appreciate getting any more "stuff". I don't really know, I'm just thinking of my own Mother when she was in her 90s. Does anyone have a gift suggestion? Thanks!

A beautiful bouquet of flowers or a plant if she prefers.

 

[diane278]

A framed photo of someone, or someplace, that’s meaningful to her. After all, memories are the best gifts….

 

[Winterfell5]

My neighbor and friend turned 90 in March and I gave her a beautiful personalized vase with her name on it and a lovely verse. I put some flowers in the vase. She loved it! Try Personalizationmall.com for tons of unique gift ideas.

 

[papertiger]

Some luxury single-helping food provisions went down very well with our neighbour (92).

 

[CoastalCouture]

If she lives in a retirement home, are there services in the building you can prepay for her? Such as the hair salon or foot care (pedicure)

 

[Swanky]

A Coach gift?

 

[katev]

A Coach gift?

Thanks! I thought of that but I just don't know what she would like. I've reached out to her daughter-in-law to try and get more information.

 

[Suzanne B.]

What about an edible arrangement or some other special snack? Or a gift certificate to a favorite restaurant?

 

[Swanky]

I was asking since you posted in Coach! Just clarifying

Thanks! I thought of that but I just don't know what she would like. I've reached out to her daughter-in-law to try and get more information.

 

[ccbaggirl89]

Scarf/blanket/sweater, older people seem to get get cold fast and appreciate warm stuff even in warm locations

 

[HandbagsAddict765]

I would choose a beautiful scarf or a piece of jewelry, such as a bracelet or a necklace.

 

[katev]

A day of what pleases her, whether that's a special visit with dear ones, with snacks or sweet treats as she prefers, or an at-home spa couple of hours, customized to what she likes. Even a musical trio playing just for her by Zoom or in person if that's safe. Experiences vs. stuff.

A beautiful bouquet of flowers or a plant if she prefers.

A framed photo of someone, or someplace, that’s meaningful to her. After all, memories are the best gifts….

My neighbor and friend turned 90 in March and I gave her a beautiful personalized vase with her name on it and a lovely verse. I put some flowers in the vase. She loved it! Try Personalizationmall.com for tons of unique gift ideas.

Some luxury single-helping food provisions went down very well with our neighbour (92).

If she lives in a retirement home, are there services in the building you can prepay for her? Such as the hair salon or foot care (pedicure)

A Coach gift?

Thanks! I thought of that but I just don't know what she would like. I've reached out to her daughter-in-law to try and get more information.

What about an edible arrangement or some other special snack? Or a gift certificate to a favorite restaurant?

Scarf/blanket/sweater, older people seem to get get cold fast and appreciate warm stuff even in warm locations

I would choose a beautiful scarf or a piece of jewelry, such as a bracelet or a necklace.

Thanks for all the suggestions! I spoke with her Daughter-in-Law who told me that she only wanted simple, practical gifts. So I gave her some nice Note Cards, a couple of Pens, and sheets of Postage Stamps, along with a Happy Birthday Card and she really appreciated them.

 

[Qual74]

What about an edible arrangement or some other special snack? Or a gift certificate to a favorite restaurant?

My husband's Aunt will be turning 96 soon and the family are getting together with her to celebrate; we haven't seen her for a long time. I'd like to give her a little present, but she lives simply and she might not appreciate getting any more "stuff". I don't really know, I'm just thinking of my own Mother when she was in her 90s. Does anyone have a gift suggestion? Thanks!

A memorable photo printed on a mug or pillows (or something she uses often).