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<\/p>\nWhether they\u2019re family or paid caregivers, you want to include your caregiver in your holiday gift giving this year. But it can be hard to figure out the right gift for anyone, especially when it\u2019s someone who gives so much to you every day.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s not one right answer for the best gift to get for a caregiver, but our caregiver gift guide can help.<\/p>\n
If you know your caregiver loves long bubble baths or trips to the spa, then focus on a gift that will leave them feeling pampered:<\/p>\n
If your caregiver likes getting their nails done, then give the gift of their next manicure and pedicure. If they have a usual place they go to, do some sleuthing to find out what it is so you can get them a gift certificate there.<\/p>\n
Your caregiver works hard and a massage can be one of the best things to unwind. If you know your caregiver already has a favorite masseuse, then reach out to them to see if you can get a gift certificate or pay for the next massage or two they come in for. If not, do some Googling to find local masseuses in your area or search the MassageBook directory<\/strong><\/a> to find someone well reviewed.<\/p>\n A day at the spa sure is nice, but if they spend the whole time thinking about everything they need to do during that day away, it can take some of the fun out of it. For a lot of caregivers, the most practical options for pampering will be those they can do from home. If your caregiver appreciates a long bath, then there are lots of different types of\u00a0bath products<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that can help them get more out of their relaxing bath time. Look for bath bombs, bath salts, bubble baths and soft towels you can buy for them. You can buy a few items and\u00a0put together a gift basket<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0yourself, or look for a\u00a0pre-made gift basket<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n A massage is nice, but a spa day is even nicer. A lot of spas will let you buy packages that treat someone to full day of relaxing and luxurious procedures. Do some research into the most well reviewed spas in your area and the packages and specials they offer and pick out the one that sounds like a good fit for your caregiver. This is likely to be more expensive than the other options, but if you can afford it and want to really show your appreciation, it will definitely do the trick.<\/p>\n Candles have a special way of setting a calmer and more beautiful atmosphere wherever they\u2019re lit. That makes nice candles<\/strong><\/a> in a scent they like one more good gift to consider for a caregiver that loves being pampered. It\u2019s a simple, affordable way to make your own space feel a little more indulgent.<\/p>\n Holiday gifts are nice, but they\u2019re often something temporary that you only get to enjoy once. For a\u00a0gift that keeps giving throughout the year, consider:<\/p>\n Often caregivers spend so much time taking care of others that they don\u2019t do a good job of taking care of themselves. If you know your caregiver tries to stay healthy, but struggles to find the opportunity, then consider gifts that will help them stay in shape. Look into local gym memberships, a subscription for a site like Daily Burn<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>or workout DVDs. Note: don\u2019t go this route if your caregiver isn\u2019t someone who seems concerned about personal fitness \u2013 you don\u2019t want your gift to seem like a criticism. But if they\u2019ve talked about wanting to workout more, then you should be safe here.<\/p>\n If your caregiver\u2019s an eBook reader, then a\u00a0Kindle Unlimited subscription<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0can save them lots of money on books and ensure they have endless reading entertainment in the months to come.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve noticed your caregiver consistently checking out certain magazines in the doctor\u2019s office or waiting in line at the grocery store, it may be that they\u2019d appreciate a magazine subscription. Make sure you have some idea of what they like first though here, a magazine they don\u2019t want to read will just pile up and collect dust.<\/p>\n Of-the-month clubs have been around for a long time, but the options available keep growing. You can go with a classic like a\u00a0book of the month club<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or something more niche like a\u00a0hot sauce of the month club<\/strong><\/a>. Spend some time browsing of-the-month clubs and subscription box options to see what\u2019s out there. Obviously your choice here should be tailored to what your caregiver likes, so think about whether you\u2019ve noticed them occasionally splurging on nice cheeses or flowers when they go to the grocery store and go for a monthly gift you\u2019re confident provides something they like.<\/p>\n Most of us like being able to chill on the couch and watch TV after a stressful day. Caregivers have lots of stressful days, so being able to choose from the range of movies and shows offered on sites like\u00a0Hulu<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Netflix<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>each time they sit down to rest is a gift they\u2019re sure to appreciate.<\/p>\n Buying nice things for your caregiver will likely be appreciated, but sometimes the best gifts are the ones that feel more personal:<\/p>\n If your caregiver\u2019s a family member or if they\u2019re someone you\u2019ve become close to in the time they\u2019ve worked with you, a framed photograph of the two of you together is a nice, sentimental way to show them your relationship matters to you. You can even work on a handmade frame<\/strong><\/a> to make the gift that much more special.<\/p>\n There\u2019s nothing quite like a gift made with your own two hands. If you know how to knit, do woodworking, quilt or some other type of creative hobby that results in useful objects, think about something you can make for your caregiver that they\u2019ll appreciate.<\/p>\n There are lots of items you can buy personalized versions<\/strong><\/a> of \u2013 jewelry, mugs, ornaments, t-shirts \u2013 just about everything. Items can be personalized with names, photographs or phrases that you know are meaningful to your caregiver.<\/p>\n Are you worried your caregiver won\u2019t like anything you pick out?<\/p>\n If your caregiver tends to be picky enough that they\u2019re hard to successfully shop for, stay safe and go with an Amazon gift card or a gift card to a business you know they like (the local movie theater, for instance).<\/p>\n There\u2019s no reason to waste money on something they might just toss out, and they\u2019ll appreciate being able to buy something they know they\u2019ve been wanting.<\/p>\n Caregivers deal with a lot of stress<\/strong><\/a>. If your caregiver seems constantly overwhelmed and worn out, then consider gift options that can help with that:<\/p>\n One of the best responses to stress is finding time in the day to just be comfortable and relaxed. A comfortable robe to wear around the house can be useful for that. Look for something soft and warm to get them through the winter more comfortably:<\/p>\n There\u2019s just something soothing about a hot beverage in general, but teas that include ingredients like chamomile and lavender can\u00a0be helpful for relieving stress<\/strong><\/a>. If your caregiver is a tea drinker, look for some good teas that can help them manage their stress levels while tasting good at the same time.<\/p>\n Meditation<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0has been shown to improve mental health and stress and can therefore be a valuable tool for caregivers. Look into local meditation classes being offered in your area. Or, if you think it will be more practical for your caregiver, consider buying them meditation videos or the app\u00a0Headspace<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Yoga<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is a similarly soothing practice and also known for helping to relieve stress. If you think your caregiver is interested in pursuing yoga, look into local yoga studios you can buy them a membership for, or consider DVDs or a\u00a0Gaia subscription<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Caregiver Gift Guide Whether they\u2019re family or paid caregivers, you want to include your caregiver in your holiday gift giving this year. But it can be hard to figure out the right gift for anyone, especially when it\u2019s someone who gives so much to you every day. There\u2019s not one right answer for the best gift to get for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2199,"featured_media":13005,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[200,29],"tags":[30,326,551],"class_list":{"0":"post-12939","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-families-caregivers","8":"category-caregiving","9":"tag-caregiving-2","10":"tag-holiday-season","11":"tag-holidays"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n3. Luxurious Bath Items<\/h3>\n
4. Spa Day<\/h3>\n
5. Scented Candles<\/h3>\n
Gifts That Keep Giving<\/h2>\n
1. Gym Membership or Fitness Videos<\/h3>\n
2. Kindle Unlimited<\/h3>\n
3. Magazine Subscription<\/h3>\n
4. Of-the-Month Club or Subscription Box<\/h3>\n
5. Streaming Service Subscription<\/h3>\n
Gifts with a Personal Touch<\/h2>\n
1. Framed Pictures<\/h3>\n
2. Homemade Gifts<\/h3>\n
3. Personalized Gifts<\/h3>\n
For the Picky Caregiver<\/h2>\n
For the Stressed Out Caregiver<\/h2>\n
1. A Comfy Robe<\/h3>\n
2. Calming Teas<\/h3>\n
3. Meditation Instruction<\/h3>\n
4. Yoga Classes or Videos<\/h3>\n