15 Best Gifts for 90 Year Old Men and Women
Reaching the age of 90 is a big milestone and deserves to be celebrated. Choosing the right gift for a senior citizen can be tricky because they have everything they need and they may be limited on some activities due to mobility issues.
Choosing the right gift for a 90 year old is important whether they are celebrating a birthday, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day. Even if you are buying a gift just because, you want to spend money on something an elderly person will love and use.
We’ve made this list of gifts that are useful, fun and easy to use. Whether you are buying gifts for 90 year old man or gifts for 90 year old woman you are sure to find several ideas that they will love.
Gifts for 90 Year Old Men and Women
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A photo album is wonderful for a trip down memory lane but they can be difficult to keep up to date. A digital photo frame like this one is a useful gift for older adults, especially those who have family members living far away. It is a wonderful way to keep dad or grandpa in touch with what's happening now.
Easily send photos to this digital photo frame with email or by using an app on your phone so that your favorite family member can easily see updated photos and daily life of their family and friends. Available in multiple frame sizes, and display on a shelf or easily wall mount in minutes.
We actually gifted this picture frame to my mother-in-law last Christmas, and it has been really easy to email new photos of the grandchildren so she can see current pictures instantly!
Perfect for coffee, tea or any beverage, a funny coffee mug is a great present for 90 year old women or men that have everything. They will enjoy a laugh while they enjoy their morning coffee - or maybe they drink their favorite adult beverage during their 90th birthday celebration!
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Older generations seem to always want to be on top of the weather forecast, and the best way to do so is with a digital weather center. This neat gadget will get a lot of use as they can easily keep up with indoor and outdoor temps, humidity, and the daily weather.
Easy to install with customizable alerts. A wonderful gift for elderly people (and honestly I want one too!).
This may be the most perfect birthday gift ever, and would be a fantastic way to celebrate your favorite senior citizen's special day. Any grandparent likely has a beautiful family legacy. Help them to visualize it with a custom personalized family tree that shows their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren all in one place. You can choose from two to six generations and customize the wood finish and size.
A set of old fashioned whiskey glasses and ice stones is the perfect present for the special man in your life, especially older men who enjoy the finer things.
He can toast to good health and share a drink with his best friend (or a special lady) without his favorite beverage getting watered down.
Sometimes a regular jacket just isn't enough. For someone who wishes they had their own personal mug warmer for their body, this soft shell heated jacket is a fantastic gift.
Includes 3 heat zones and a battery pack to keep the warmth flowing for up to 10 hours. It's machine washable too!
(You may be skeptical of this one like we were at first, so be sure to check out the positive reviews!)
Trust me when I say that a massager is one of the best gifts ever. This massage chair utilizes innovative 2D/3D finger pressure shiatsu, rolling, compression, vibration and heat functions to provide a super comfortable massage that will feel like the spa. Just place this massager on any chair or sofa, and it's ready to go!
(We have a different type of massage chair, but it is incredible! It's been one of the best Christmas gifts my husband has received.)
Nature lovers can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors without even leaving their home. A window bird feeder brings the outdoors close and it's the perfect gift for anyone who loves bird watching over their morning coffee.
Include a bird identification book and some birdseed for a unique gift that they will enjoy all year long.
(We have this exact bird feeder, and love seeing our feathered friends snacking at our kitchen window. Our cat loves watching them too!)
Related: The Best Gifts for Bird Lovers
The best thing you can get someone who has everything is a practical gift that you know they can use. You really can't ever go wrong with a pair of slippers, especially a high quality pair like these UGG men's slippers.
Whether you're shopping for your elderly parents or a young man, this is an excellent gift idea that is sure to get a lot of use.
A good book is an easy way to pass the time, and is the ideal gift for any book loving birthday person. Books offer an escape from life's stresses and can be read in a chair or bed --- reading is the perfect activity to do just about anywhere!
Consider picking up a book about a hobby or a historical guide or a nice leather-bound version of a classic favorite. This set contains 4 of Charles Dickens' most popular works - The Adventures of Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, and Great Expectations - in an elegant, leather-bound, keepsake edition.
A puzzle is a great activity for anyone who likes to pass the time without relying on screens. Not only will jigsaw puzzles provide a fun activity, it stimulates brain function and keeps cognitive skills sharp. This special gift can be worked on alone or with friends or family members.
This 500 piece puzzle of a country store is a fun one, but be sure to check out all of the scenes with various puzzle difficulty too!
For anyone who loves flowers, gardening, or just learning a new skill, this raised garden bed makes the best gift! Perfect for growing plants on a balcony, patio, or even in the backyard, this planter makes it easy without having to bend down.
Sturdy wood construction and plenty of space for a variety of plants -- but other sizes are available too.
If you want to build a raised planter box yourself (and make this more of a sentimental gift), check out this DIY raised garden bed tutorial!
A heated throw blanket is a useful present for almost any family member, especially older people who have difficulty staying warm in the winter. This electric throw blanket comes in different colors and has a controller with 4 heat settings and a 4 hour auto shut-off timer for safety. With one super soft minky side and ultra warm sherpa on the reverse side, it will be a great way to stay cozy in bed or while lounging on the sofa.
Keeping up with keys and other small items is difficult for everybody but becomes increasingly more difficult as we age. Key finder easily attaches to your keys and helps you easily locate them when they are misplaced.
(Makes a thoughtful gift for senior citizens who aren't keen on using more complex tracking devices like Air Tags.)
A cashmere scarf is warm and soft and perfect for colder months. They come in a variety of patterns to fit any style and look classy as well.
This 100% cashmere scarf for men is a great idea for a Christmas gift or a birthday gift in the winter.
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And for the older women…
This soft and warm winter set includes a matching knit hat, scarf, & gloves that is great for guarding against the harsh cold seasons. She will feel perfectly accessorized on her next outing with this cute set that makes a great gift for the holiday season.
Amanda
Amanda is a mom of four kids, two dogs, a cat, and a few hundred composting worms. As a former teacher, former fitness instructor, and the oldest of a houseful of kids, she has quite a bit of experience educating others – which she now does via writing! Gift giving isn’t her main love language, but she loves shopping for the perfect gifts for others.
You can find her on her main blog at amandaseghetti.com and on all social media @amandaseghetti <3
