Father's Day Top 7 Gifts for Assisted Living Dads

Give Assisted Living Dads Cool Presents

By SkyeDanzer, published May 10, 2007
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Father's Day is a special time of the year. It is a chance to share memories and to spend time with Dad for all the years he was there for you. Dads that are in assisted living arrangements can enjoy father's day tremendously. Here are some gift ideas to help make the day special.


Father's Day Gift Ideas for Assisted Living Dads #1: Artificial Flowers


Artificial flowers make a great father's day gift for assisted living Dads because they never need watering and they never die. They will brighten up rooms or apartments without taking up a whole lot of space. Some facilities do not allow live flowers so artificial flowers are a nice substitute. Flowers are not just for women.

Father's Day Gift Ideas for Assisted Living Dads #2: Large Print Reading Books

Large print reading books are a wonderful father's day gift for assisted living Dads because they will be easier to read then traditional size print. Give Dad books that are in his favorite genres. On rainy days, slow activity days or nights that he has difficulty sleeping the books will help to pass away the hours. Sign each book with your name and a special note to Dad.

Father's Day Gift Ideas for Assisted Living Dads #3: Large Print Puzzle Books

Word searches, Sudoku, cross word puzzles and dot to dot are popular puzzle books for all ages. Even though activity directors try to keep out activities for residents at night, it is nice for Dad to have his own set of books. Large print puzzle books are a fun Father's Day gift that any Dad is sure to enjoy.

Father's Day Gift Ideas for Assisted Living Dads #4: Non-breakable Magnifying Glass

As we get older the print on items can be hard to read. Get Dad a non-breakable magnifying glass that he can use to read the local newspaper, activity calendar and cards that people send to him. This will allow him to enjoy reading material without having to have the help of staff members.

Father's DayGift Ideas for Assisted Living Dads #5: Toiletries

Father's Day Top 7 Gifts for Assisted Living Dads

Assisted living Dads can enjoy father's day with these great gift ideas.

Credit: Joyce Priddy

Copyright: Joyce Priddy

Takeaways
  • Magnifying glass can be used for small print items.
  • Water bottles can be used during the day and night.
Did You Know?
There are many neat things that Dad would enjoy while in assisted living as father's day gifts.
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Think about their life, what part of their life did they feel successful, in control, top of the world? Thats what I would center a gift around. Maybe just a visit to a place, a card froma city they were fond of. a picture book... you get it right?

Posted on 06/09/2007 at 9:06:00 PM

 
These are very good ideas.

Posted on 05/14/2007 at 7:05:00 AM

 
This is a great twist on a father's day article. Parents in assisted living don't need a lot and it is hard to think what to get them.

Posted on 05/11/2007 at 7:05:00 PM

 
These are good ideas. Great article.

Posted on 05/10/2007 at 7:05:00 PM

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