28 Thoughtful Gifts for Seniors They'll Actually Want

If they love sharing stories of their youth, gift them this prompted journal, so they can put their favorite memories to paper for future generations to read and enjoy. The book features adhesive corners, allowing writers to add photos, tickets, and other memorabilia to the journal.

More unique than a traditional card, she'll love this pop-up sunflower bouquet. It's perfect for any occasion, made of recyclable paper, and comes in an additional succulent design (if she's not a fan of florals).

Up their nighttime routine with this cooling, weighted eye mask that's filled with lavender buds and flax seeds for a relaxing, aromatic night's sleep. Reviewers rave about the mask's light-blocking capabilities and customization, as wearers can remove the cooling gel mask or aromatic muslin bag for a lighter feel.

Here's a sweet way to help them keep track of family birthdays. The wooden sign comes with 100 blank tokens for them to write on and hook on the correct month. One Amazon shopper shared: "I got the Wooden Calendar for my aging mother, and she loves it! She’s been having trouble keeping track of everyone’s birthdays, anniversaries, and special dates, so this was the perfect solution."

Not everyone is a fan of baths, but that doesn't mean they should miss out on the aromatherapy of a bath bomb. These shower steamers offer a similar experience. They can pop one of the six scented tablets onto the floor of their shower to release its aromatic properties, for a relaxing, rejuvenating, or energizing shower.

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If she spends much of her retirement days travelling for friends, family, or fun, she's sure to appreciate this foldable five-piece case, which is suited to fit two eyeglasses, earrings, bracelets/necklaces, and rings. The compact carrier even topped Oprah's Favorite Things List last year!

They likely grew up reading The New York Times, so a custom birthday book featuring its famous front pages throughout history—on their special day—might be just the perfect gift. It contains between 52 and 110 pages, depending on the selected date.

Puzzles can be a relaxing, brain-engaging activity, but if they're not the type to finish in one sitting, the puzzle can become a nuisance. Instead of occupying valuable table space for days on end, they can roll up their half-finished puzzle in this felt mat storage bag to move until they are ready to solve again.

If they're retired and struggle with boredom, a Masterclass subscription is going to be a helpful tool. They can take classes from experts across a wide range of fields to learn about everything from photography to creative writing to poker strategies and more. Familiar teachers on the site include Neil deGrasse Tyson, Gordon Ramsey, James Patterson, and Martin Scorsese. Subscriptions start at $10 a month.

While this gift might seem a little boring, it's actually an extremely thoughtful idea for seniors. The long shoe horn will keep them from having to bend forward, protecting their achy back and knees.

For the grandpa with a sense of humor, this ball cap is a cheeky gift idea. He can stick to wearing it around family or venture out into the world for laughs along the way. The embroidered cap comes in five colors.

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This digital picture frame makes for a lovely sentimental gift, even if they're not the most tech-savvy. It's compatible with both Android and iPhone devices and displays photos in portrait or landscape mode. "Bought this product for my grandma because all of her grandchildren were off to college and with her struggles with texting, I thought this could be a great gift for her. She loves it and it is very easy to use, even without understanding technology well," one Amazon buyer shares.

This aluminum cane, available in blue, red, or purple, will come in handy for senior drivers. The grab bar fits perfectly into the hook of the car door, providing support as they enter and exit. "Works really well, especially when exiting the car. My mom's physical therapist recommended we try it and it worked so well that I bought two," one Amazon reviewer writes.

If they've complained about foot pain, bring them some relief with these unisex EVA foam slippers. Amazon reviewers describe the feeling of wearing them as "walking on clouds." These slippers also come in a ton of fun colors, so you can pick their favorite.

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Over 18,000 Amazon reviewers have purchased this sweet fill-in-the-blank book, which includes thoughtful prompts that you can write in to tell them just how much they're loved. The best part? It's a gift that works for any occasion.

Nana will love looking out her window at this beautiful glass hummingbird feeder, complete with a metal base and gasket to prevent nectar from leaking. Amazon reviewers are calling it "giftable" and a "good value" for the money, as it's lead-free and comes with a hanging mount.

With this elegant candle warmer lamp, she won't have to worry about flames. She can safely enjoy all of her favorite candles, whether she's partial to florals, gourmand scents, or tropical picks. Plus, she can easily adjust the brightness level or put it on a timer.

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A thoughtful gift that will soothe achy hands, these silicone exercise balls come in extra soft, soft, medium, and hard to help strengthen their grip. The kit also comes with a booklet featuring 16 different exercises.

For the dedicated cat parent who also suffers from sore muscles, this microwaveable heating pad will be a hit. It's filled with flaxseed and lavender to put them at ease. One review writes: "I absolutely love this heating pad. I bought it to use after surgery. It definitely did the job & well!!! Also love that it's a little bit weighted."

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If their garden is their pride and joy, this solar statue will make a great addition. It'll charge up in the sun during the day to create beautiful mood lighting at night (it should remain lit for at least 8 hours once it's fully charged). Bonus points if they're obsessed with turtles!