The Best Caregiver Gifts: From A Care Partner’s Perspective

Discover meaningful gift ideas from a nurse and care partner’s perspective. Find thoughtful presents that bring comfort and joy to those who care for others.

NOTE: This post has been updated since it was originally published on November 23, 2022.

While the holiday season is so much more than just gift-giving, it remains a cherished tradition in many households. As a caregiver myself, let me guide you through the best caregiver gifts to consider – all from a genuine, firsthand perspective.

Buying gifts for friends, family, and loved ones may not be easy, however, buying gifts for a caregiver can be even more challenging. You want the gift to be meaningful but without being too personal or gimmicky.

With the holidays fast approaching, many of us want to get our loved ones a little something special to show them we care. That said, finding an appropriate gift for a caregiver, to show appreciation, can sometimes be difficult.

Being a caregiver is a wonderful opportunity to show compassion and empathy toward the ones we love. Gifts are not a requirement but if you wish to buy a gift for the caregiver in your life, let me show you the best caregiver gifts for the one who is helping in your family.

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My Top 10 Best Caregiver Gifts

Here are my top 10 best caregiver gifts to consider for the caregiver in your family. All are meant to help relax and rejuvenate.

NOTE: I have used all of these products personally, otherwise, I would not recommend them.

Most, if not all, of these companies offer discounts and sales for the upcoming holiday season, so get organized, plan ahead, and take advantage of the great deals.

Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder

This is a perfect gift for any caregiver, to thank them and also to remind them that their health is important too.

This gorgeous matcha powder, from Mountain Rose Herbs, is made from young green tea leaves and is strictly harvested from certified organic plantations.

It has a bold color and a mildly sweet flavor, and it is a ceremonial grade matcha, shade-grown in the Kyoto Prefecture.

Drinking matcha green tea is one of my favorite things to do when I feel stressed or just want a healthy and comforting warm drink.

I enjoy making a matcha latte, and always feel good knowing I am putting something healthy into my body.

The Caraway Cookware & Bakeware Set

My kids gave me a Caraway cookware set when I first moved into my home on the Cape, and I can tell you I absolutely love them.

I am quite particular about both the ingredients I put into my body as well as the cookware I use to prepare those ingredients. I thoroughly research to ensure I use high-quality materials in my kitchen, and Caraway does not disappoint.

Here are just some of their fantastic features.

• Oven Safe Up to 550°F
• Non-Stick Ceramic, Aluminum Core, & Stainless Steel Handles
• Non-Toxic Coating (Free of PTFEs)
• Stovetop Agnostic (Induction, Gas, & Electric Safe)
• Free of Heavy Metals
• Free of PFOA, PTFE, or other PFAs
• Free of lead, cadmium, or toxic metals

P.F. Candle Co.

The P.F. Candle Co. has long been a favorite company of mine for candles. This company is based in Los Angeles, and their candles are soy-based, vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and phthalate-free.

I can honestly say they have some of the best-smelling candles around. I’m not sure what it is, but they all smell fantastic, never overpowering or sickly sweet. Plus their candle burn time is like no other!

I like this company so much that, once a year, when I lived in California, they would open their warehouse in downtown LA to the public. My girlfriends and I would wake up early and go downtown to pick up slightly defective products for ridiculously cheap. We had so much fun and would make a day of it, stocking up on our favorite candles for the year.

Leuchtturm1917 Notebook Journals

Journaling is a big part of my daily life. I believe it is one of the healthiest habits a caregiver can have because it gets the mental stress out of your mind and onto the page.

The Leuchtturm1917 Notebook has been my go-to journal for years. They are well-made, durable, and come in all sorts of colors. Personally, I like the dotted format but they also come in lined or plain.

I journal every morning, and sometimes in the evening as well if I am having a particularly stressful day. I use it to unload my thoughts, and I also use it as a means of quiet time and prayer.

Hu Kitchen Chocolate

Finding quality chocolate is not easy but finding quality vegan chocolate is even more difficult. That is why I was so excited when I found Hu Kitchen.

Hu is a family-founded chocolate and snacking company with a focus on simple, well-sourced, clean ingredients. Their motto is “get back to human” hence Hu! And all of Hu’s products are ethically sourced, vegan, paleo, and refined sugar-free.

OMWord their chocolate is divine and I believe I have tried every flavor! Hu makes dark and milk chocolate plus chocolate for baking. They also have expanded to make other snack items like cookies and crackers.

Bowflex Dumbbells

Okay, this may be a higher-end caregiver gift but I tell you these Bowflex dumbbells have been a lifesaver for me as a busy caregiver. I promise whoever you gift these to will be thrilled.

Having a pair of adjustable free-weight dumbbells in your home makes maintaining (or adding) muscle mass much easier.

I’ve owned my Bowflex dumbbells for well over ten years now, I use them every week, and they are still going strong.

This may be a costlier gift but well worth the investment. I am all about spending money on quality once, versus buying a cheaper product and repeating the same purchase over time.

Having these dumbbells on hand will allow your caregiver to do a set or two of repetitions during downtime without the hassle of going to the gym.

This is yet another reminder for the caregiver in your life to take good care of their health.

Manduka Yoga Mat

Having a yoga mat in the house is not just great for yoga classes, they are also wonderful for general stretching and light weight lifting. I own a couple of yoga mats. I keep one in my home and one in my car.

Manduka yoga mats are considered some of the best in the industry. They are handmade, 100% latex-free, made without sending any toxic emissions into the air, and they have ultra-dense cushioning to provide great support.

I love my Manduka, the one I own is the Manduka Pro. It is the top mat recommended by teachers worldwide and best of all, it offers a lifetime guarantee. Very cool!

Massage Percussive Device

A massage percussive device is another beautiful gift to remind care partners to take good care of their health.

Massage percussive devices have become popular for good reason. These things make it so easy to work out any tight or sore spots anywhere in your body.

There are so many price points for massage guns but Theragun is the one I have. A top-of-the-line company, a percussive device that is quiet with three different percussive devices, three different speeds, and powerful enough to hit every muscle group.

This massage gun helped me through a pretty significant knee injury when I used it daily. It continues to keep me healthy and injury-free because I use it as part of my stretching routine.

IFit Membership

For any caregiver who is interested in fitness but having a hard time getting out of the house, this is the perfect gift.

Personal training in the comfort of your own home. I use iFit all the time, basically on the days I can’t get to the gym. It is a fail-safe way to get a quick workout in.

IFit can hook up to your personal piece of cardio equipment, such as a treadmill, bike, or rower, so that it will automatically adjust the speed and incline of your equipment based on what the trainer is doing.

You can also, however, use it without the connection, even if you want to just go on a guided hike or walk – it’s fantastic.

There are a ton of different workouts and trainers to choose from, both on-demand and live studio classes.

I particularly love the live event-type workouts like walking a 5k on Thanksgiving morning or doing the route of the New York City marathon. So fun!

Audible Gift Membership

And finally, my last best caregiver gift recommendation, and one that will go hand in hand with many of the other gifts I suggested, is a membership to Audible.

For me, Audible is worth the subscription. In our busy caregiving days, we don’t always have time to sit quietly and read a book. Listening to an Audible book, however, is much easier, when we are cooking, cleaning, or doing household chores.

Maybe your care recipient would also like to listen to a book on Audible.

Doug, my partner who is managing Parkinson’s disease, and I will often listen to an Audible book when we are headed to Boston for doctor appointments. It is a nice way to connect.

Beyond Gifts: Understanding and Appreciation Caregivers

Most caregivers look after their loved ones out of a desire to ensure their family members receive quality care.

For many others, financial constraints make it difficult to afford in-home assistance, let alone a suitable and safe assisted living arrangement.

While giving gifts to caregivers during the holiday season isn’t essential, showing appreciation for their efforts and letting them know you are thinking of them is a thoughtful gesture – any time. of year.

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Let’s Connect

I hope you found this article helpful and that it provides you with some ideas for caregiver gifts – from a care partner’s perspective.

QUESTION: What other gifts have you found perfect for caregivers?

Let me know in the comment section below, I’d love to hear from you.

Happy shopping and gift-giving!