Finding the Perfect Mother's Day Gift for an Elderly Mom

When purchasing a Mother's Day gift for an elderly parent or grandparent, you want to make sure that you are giving them a gift that expresses your sentiment and is one that they can enjoy or appreciate. The following ten ideas offer you some great ways to do both. They range from the very inexpensive to the rather extravagant.

One: If you are purchasing for someone who loves to read, you can purchase the latest large-print book by their favorite author or enroll them in a large-print book club. These books are really great for those who have a bit of trouble reading because the print is much larger than a traditional print. You can also purchase page magnifying glasses that a reader places on the page of the book to enlarge the type.

Two: If you would like to give the gift of clothing, consider they kind that is easy to get on and off. A lot of times when people get older, a lot of buttons or snaps can be difficult to maneuver. Sometimes even a few of them can even be hard to navigate. You can purchase clothing with mock buttons or snaps that really secures by a hidden velcro panel. The style and fashion of these clothes looks similar to clothing found on department store racks so no one will know it is made for ease in dressing other than the person who is wearing the item.

Three: If mom regularly complains of tired or aching feet, the purchase of a foot massager or portable foot bath with whirlpool features may be a great gift idea. These are light and easy to handle and simply require adding water, plugging them in, and having a chair to sit down and relax in.

Four: If the person you are shopping for likes to travel and has family or close friends who live in different cities or states, consider purchasing a prepaid airplane ticket so they can go visit. You can get tickets with specified dates, open dates, or simply purchase airline gift certificates. This is a great gift for the older mother or grandmother who is on a fixed income and may not be able to afford purchasing the ticket, or it is a good idea for any parent who has loved ones they would like to visit.

Five: If the mother you are shopping for enjoys luxurious baths but has trouble getting in and out of the tub, consider the purchase and installation of a step-in tub. This is an expensive gift that would be hard to un-install if the recipient was not fond of it, so be sure it is a gift that will be applauded before you purchase it.

Six: If you want to pamper the mom in your life, consider a spa package for her. They have massage therapy, facials, manicures, pedicures, etc. Make sure the establishment you purchase the package from has a program that caters to the elderly client. A day or two at the spa may be just the refreshment your mother needs.

Seven: If your parent likes to travel and has never gone on a cruise (or if they have and loved it), consider purchasing an all-inclusive package for them to the place of their dreams. Perhaps they would like a Florida cruise, a Disney cruise, an adventure cruise, or a European cruise. There are many different types you can purchase that go to just about any destination you can think of. Be sure to check the customer ratings for a cruise line prior to making any purchase.

Eight: If your mom likes to sit back, relax and feel a bit pampered, consider the purchase and installation of a jacuzzi for her deck or back yard. These are fantastic because they allow for water massage any time one feels the need or urge and they really allow you to relax. Consider with care the type of cover you purchase. You want to get one that is easy to put on and take off so it is not too daunting of a task to enjoy the water at will.

Nine: If your mom loves sparkle and shine, spoil her with a jewelry purchase from the local jeweler. This is the perfect time of year to purchase pendants, rings or bracelets that denote her birth stone and the birth stones of each of her children as well. Or you can purchase timeless elegance with diamonds or gold.

Ten: Consider hiring a service to do a chore for your mother that you know she will appreciate. There are so many options to choose from, but here are a few to get your thought process going: You could hire a lawn service to do her lawn for the Summer, a painter to do the exterior or interior of the home, a roofer if a new roof is in order, a swimming pool service if cleaning the pool is a tiresome or mundane task for her, an automobile detailer if you think she would enjoy having someone do her car for her, etc. The possibilities are as endless as your imagination.

Whatever the gift you choose, be as certain as you can prior to purchase that the gift will be well received. Then, by all means, be as extravagant as your thoughts and pocketbook will let you. After all, very few people deserve to be as spoiled as mom does. Make this a day she will remember always.