Survive with Your Sanity – Simple Gifts to Streamline Your Holidays

Gift-giving is one of the most exciting and joyous parts of the holiday season. Regardless of what type of festivities you and your loved ones enjoy, the giving of gifts is likely to be part of it. 

However, for many seniors, this is one of the most stressful parts of the holidays. With a limited income and many other expenses, giving gifts to loved ones can make the holidays in your golden years feel more like something to survive than a time to thrive. 

Here are a few tips to turn the tide on that feeling: 

Store-Bought is Fine

Famous television chef Ina Garten is known for telling her viewers that if they cannot make their own ingredients for her recipes, “store-bought is fine.” The same applies to your gift-giving this holiday season, whether that is baked goods, crafts, or scarves. While handmade gifts are wonderful, there’s no sense in stressing yourself further if time constraints or disability prevents you from crafting them. Wherever your gifts come from, they still ultimately come from the heart!  

Take Advantage of Technology

These days, you can purchase perfect presents online or over the phone and have them shipped directly to your loved one’s homes. Many companies allow the creation of wish lists so you can be sure you’re buying your favorite people their favorite gifts. Some even allow you to choose the day they are delivered! Skip the trips to the store, the wrapping, and the hassle of hauling things to the post office. Take advantage of all the convenience technology has to offer and enjoy a worry-free holiday season!

Don’t Go It Alone

If you need help shopping, bringing in heavy packages, or wrapping gifts, you don’t have to go through the motions alone. For seniors experiencing difficulties with everyday tasks during the holidays and every day, Thrive USA Home Care is here to help. Contact our team to get the help you or your loved one needs to bring the joy back to the most wonderful time of the year!