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With the holidays quickly approaching, I have been asked by clients and family members alike about the best gifts for caregivers. After some reflection about all the things caregivers do for their clients, I’ve come up with some great options.
There is no amount of money that will ever fully recognize the amount of stress, love, and care that any family or professional caregiver goes through each and every day. However, here are a few ideas that may help the caregivers in your life feel recognized, appreciated, and pampered.
I think of these caregivers as the folks who work for in-home care, home health, and hospice companies. They may also be private caregivers who work for themselves or through a caregiver referral agency. If they work for a private company, do check on company policies for gift-giving, as there could be conflicts of interest.
Did you know that four in ten adults care for a sick or elderly loved one? That’s a whole lot of care being provided without any paycheck at all. Family caregivers often feel overwhelmed, under-appreciated, and pulled in many different directions by work and family obligations.To let them know how much you value their service, consider gifting them one of the following:
Facility caregivers are anyone who works in a nursing facility, long-term care facility, assisted living, memory care, retirement community, adult care home, or any other residential setting for seniors. These caregivers are definitely underpaid for the amazing work they do. Often, the companies they work for also have very strict gift-giving policies in place that can make it difficult to express gratitude. As with private caregivers, check the company policies on gift-giving first.
Don’t just say thank you at the holidays, say it year-round! Let the caregivers in your life know how much they are appreciated. A smile, a pat on the back, a listening ear, and a willingness to help out are always welcome. Don’t forget each November is National Caregivers Month, another special time to recognize the caregivers in your life.
