We are embarking on a very special day this month! Mother’s Day arrives on Sunday, May 11th. It’s the perfect opportunity to show the moms in our lives just how cherished they are. As we age, our needs and preferences shift. It makes thoughtful, practical and heartfelt gifts more meaningful than ever.
Are you shopping for your mom, grandma or another beloved maternal figure? If so, there are many delightful ways to make them aware of how much you love them. Here are four heartfelt Mother’s Day gift ideas for your senior mom:
1. A cozy afternoon tea experience.
Many mommies are known for their love of tea. Perhaps, this year, a tea party is in order. To celebrate your mom on Mother’s day, host a tea party at home. Alternatively, you can gift her with a tea sampler set with a beautiful new teacup. Why not sit down to tea with your mom? It’s the perfect way to slow down and enjoy some time together. You can even pair the tea with local pastries or scones from her favourite bakery.
If your mom might prefer time outside of the home, there are numerous afternoon tea experiences in Calgary that she can enjoy. On behalf of Savour Calgary, Fareen Jadavji Jessa reveals five great options. They include Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant. It “offers afternoon tea every weekend from 2pm to 4pm,” she informs, “Their fresh baked scones are served with house-made marmalade, preserves and clotted cream. Daily crafted tea sandwiches, canapes and mini pastries complete their three tier display.”
2. Puzzles and games.
Is your mom somewhat of a gamer? Puzzles and games are more than just fun activities. They provide excellent methods of strengthening cognitive skills. Keeping the mind active is just as important as physical health. Games like memory puzzles, crossword books or large-piece jigsaw puzzles are both fun and beneficial for brain health.
Amazon offers a variety of games designed to support those with dementia. They include the Keeping Busy Wooden Sudoku Board Game. “We help stroke patients, those suffering from memory loss, and older people with Alzheimer’s enjoy their favorite pastime in a simplified format,” reveals the site, “Our sudoku games for dementia seniors are engaging and easier to navigate, with just four numbers needed to complete the sudoku games for older adults.”
3. Personalized jewelry.
These cherished keepsakes are great ways to remind your aging mom of the love felt for her by the members of your family. We’re thinking engraved lockets with grandchildren’s names and birthstone bracelets as examples. Personalized jewelry adds a sentimental touch to a classic gift. It’s a stylish way for your mom to keep her loved ones close to her heart.
Don’t forget to buy Canadian! Marlow Design and Golden Touch Jewelry are two local companies worth contacting for personalized jewelry gifts for Mother’s Day.
4. The gift of companionship and care.
Many older adults are often left alone in their homes for long periods of time. Has your mom been longing for some company and companionship? At Senior Homecare by Angels, we proudly offer Companion and Personal Care services. Depending on your mother’s needs, our carefully selected, certified caregiver (“Angel”) can visit her up to four times a week. Our angel can provide help with housekeeping and meals but is also happy to offer joyful companionship and great conversations with your mom.
To learn more, please don’t hesitate to call us at 403-862-0129 or if outside of Calgary, toll-free at 1-877-209-6142. You may also visit our Contact Us page to complete and submit a simple contact form!