We’ve written about great gift ideas for Mom or Grandma – and we don’t want to forget about Grandpa. But we have to admit – finding the perfect gift for the elderly man in your life can be a challenge. In fact, most people report that finding a gift for any man in their life is more difficult than gift-giving for women. So we are here just in time for the holidays to give you some gift-giving inspiration for that very special guy.

The key to great gift giving is to figure out their favorite pastimes, their passions and their hobbies – and then find a themed gift around those subjects. For instance, while your fisherman dad may not be able to go out to the water anymore, a coffee table book full of beautiful full color photos of local fish may give them hours of entertainment. Here are more gift ideas:

Subscription Gift Boxes: Subscription boxes are a fun way to give a themed gift that keeps on giving. Not only will they love discovering the contents of the first box, but they will have something to look forward to every month. There are subscription gift boxes for every personality, from shaving kits to cheeses and beer. For someone who is used to projects and building things, we love this subscription box, which sends new small projects – along with all needed tools – once a month.
Personal Massagers and Neck Rests: Everyone needs a little pampering now and then, but men typically take less opportunity for this than women. A personal massager or warming pillow is a great gift to add a little bit of comfort and relief for Grandpa – whether they have aches and pains, or just want to relax.
Horse Racing Card Game: If Grandpa used to love sports or betting, this unique board game is sure to make him smile. Board games are a great way to engage with other residents of their assisted living facility, or to play with kids and grandkids when they visit. In fact, board games in general are a great gift for anyone – whether skill, strategy, word games or pure luck.
The Echo Dot: Sometimes people with failing eyesight can feel left out of the informaton loop – from looking up the weather to knowing the latest sports scores. This is just one way the Echo Dot can help, by allowing him to ask information and audibly hear the answer. While this technology is commonplace to many of us, it can be a life changer for someone who is elderly and feeling isolated or alone. Show them how to listen to their favorite genre of music, and you can bring them joy every day.
Baseball Stadium Blueprints: This unique gift is terrific for the sports lover and lifelong baseball fan. These beautiful prints celebrate the architecture of their favorite team’s stadium and make a great decor item for their room.
Heart Rate and Fitness Trackers: If Grandpa is staying active, fitness trackers are one of the best gift ideas. This technology can help him to keep track of his heath as he stays fit – as well as tracks his progress, giving him motivation. You know how attached you are to your fitbit, so why wouldn’t your dad or grandfather love the same?
Photo Frames: Digital photo frames provide a fantastic way to show off the grandkids, display the huge fish you just caught, or send a goofy message. Your grandfather will love staying in touch visually and seeing all the people he loves the most, every day.

Great gift gifting does not not require a lot of money or time-consuming effort to find the perfect item. Just think about what your Grandpa loves, and find a gift that reflects that passion. Don’t forget to ask about the possibility of bringing him home for the holidays, or plan a holiday party at his assisted living residence.

A Banyan Residence is an assisted living and memory care center located in The Villages, Florida.