Thursday Thirteen – 13 Christmas Gifts for Alzheimer’s Patients

THURSDAY THIRTEEN

Often it’s difficult to think of gifts for the Alzheimer’s patient.  Also, it depends on which stage they’re at in their illness…whether they recognize or remember.  Below is a list of suggestions.  Some may entertain and bring comfort.  Others may simply make caring for them easier.

1. Baby Doll
2. Stuffed Animal
3. Clothing with Back Closures
4. Non-skid slippers
5. Food they like and is good for them
6. A non-breakable snow glow ball
7. A tea party in the activity room
8. A lap quilt or afghan
9. A pretty pillow
10. Family pictures in non-breakable frames
11. A small scrapbook or photo album of familiar scenes
12. A CD of familiar music
13. A DVD of a movie they enjoy

 What suggestions do you have for Alzheimer’s gifts?