Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Holiday shopping can be a challenging task when it comes to finding the right present for a loved one living in an Illinois nursing home. The Illinois Council on Long Term Care is offering a list of suggestions of gifts you can buy for that special relative or friend.

Suggestions include:

• A 2009 calendar listing upcoming birthdays and anniversaries
• Correspondence materials and stamps
• A lap desk for writing
• A phone book containing the contact information of family and friends
• A cardigan made with large buttons or other clothing that is easy to put on and take off
• A cell phone that has big buttons
• Shoes with rubber soles that are comfortable to wear and provide support
• Enclosed slippers
• CD’s of your loved one’s favorite tunes
• Clocks with large numbers and/or talking capabilities
• A CD player
• A DVD player
• DVD’s of your loved one’s favorite movies or tv shows
• A television
• A subscription to one of your loved one’s favorite magazine
• Books in large print
• A newspaper subscription
• Playing cards
• Chess game
• Bingo
• Board games
• Framed pictures of loved ones
• A thick blanket or shawl
• Perfume or other toiletries

Keep in mind that it is important to remain sensitive to your loved one’s particular needs and preferences when selecting his or her present. Some gifts are not appropriate for someone who is suffering from arthritis or diabetes.

Visiting your loved one at their Illinois nursing home during the holidays is also a great opportunity to make sure that they are receiving the care that they need at that they feel happy and safe. If you suspect that your loved one is the victim of nursing home abuse or nursing neglect, there are steps you can take to protect him or her.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Nursing Home Residentshttp://www.malmanlaw.com/, Nursing Home.org, December 4, 2008