Looking for Unique Gifts for 80-Year-Old Women Who Live Alone?
Not sure what gifts for 80 year-year-old women are best? What if they seem to have everything and don’t want anything? The best gift is certainly your time and attention, which is especially important if she lives a relatively isolated life. If you want to send a gift because you can’t get there to make her feel special, try to find a beautiful and useful gift that won’t just be extra clutter. We put together a list of gifts for 80-year-old women we know are popular this year. Check out these 12 outstanding gift ideas!
How to Choose the Best Gifts for 80-Year-Old Women for Birthdays and Holidays
Selecting a wonderful gift for an 80-year-old is all about showing them how much you care and appreciate them. The most meaningful gift is one that shows you’ve thought about their happiness and well-being. Feel free to sprinkle in your own personal touch, and you’ll surely bring a big smile to their face! Here are some warm-hearted ideas to consider:
Memories to Cherish
Delight them with a personalized photo album or a scrapbook filled with cherished memories. You could even create a family video montage that celebrates the beautiful moments you’ve shared together.
Comfort and Coziness
Wrap them up in comfort with a super soft blanket or a pair of cozy slippers. It’s like giving them a warm hug whenever they use them!
Tech Made Easy
If they’re curious about technology, a user-friendly tablet or e-reader could open up a world of entertainment and connection with just a touch. Don’t worry, you’ll be their tech support if they need it!
A Taste of Delight
Treat their taste buds with a delightful selection of teas, gourmet chocolates, or a basket of their favorite snacks. Sharing a cup of tea or a nibble together can be a heartwarming experience.
Creative Ventures
If they love getting creative, consider an art or craft kit that lets their imagination run wild. It’s like giving them a ticket to their own artistic adventure!
Entertainment Galore
Bring the joy of their favorite movies, music, or books to them with a collection of classics that’ll keep them entertained for hours.
Stay Curious
Stimulate their mind with crossword puzzles, brain-teasing games, or even a subscription to a magazine that aligns with their interests.
Shared Adventures
How about planning a day out together? A lovely picnic, a visit to a museum, or even a scenic drive can create new memories and lots of smiles.
Wellness and Relaxation
Help them unwind with a spa day at home – think scented candles, luxurious bath salts, and a comfy robe. It’s all about pampering!
Green Fingers
If they have a green thumb, a beautiful potted plant or a gardening kit can bring the joys of nature right to their doorstep.
Warm and Fuzzy Gifts for 80-Year-Old Women
Below is a list of wonderful recommendations for gifts for 80-year-old women from our readers. These items can make life easier safer and/or more fun for your beloved octogenarian who lives independently. These gifts, personally suggested by those in our 50Plus community, won’t just take up space and get in the way.
Gift Set (6 Bath Bombs, Ring Holder, Best Mom Coffee Mug, Warm Socks, and Scarf)
Pamper Mom this year with the fabulous gift set! A carefully curated gift box makes a great presentation and is sure to put a smile on her face! She’ll love the coffee mug with “Best Mom Ever” text, jewelry dish, bath bomb set of 6, gorgeous scarf, and a set of incredibly comfortable socks!
Fresh flowers definitely can definitely brighten anyone’s day. One of our most popular suggestions, we find women greatly appreciate this three (3) month subscription for beautiful flowers. For three months, your loved one receives 25 seasonal and vase-ready flowers that provide a joyful beauty they will truly enjoy for as long as they bloom.
Lightweight Cape for Women
Soft and oversized, this elegant and lightweight fleece cape looks great and keeps your loved one cozy and warm! It’s a great choice for cozy TV time. It comes in a wide variety of colors – so fashionable! With this cape, the older adult in your life will be ready for company any time!
“Best Mom Ever” Cookbook holder
What a unique and helpful Mother’s Day gift! This custom wooden cookbook stand is a great idea for the mom who likes to cook hands-free while using her tried and true cookbooks – though this handy stand works well for tablets and iPhones too for the more technical octogenarian!
Pure Egyptian Hotel Luxury Cotton Sheets-4 piece
Wow – these are great sheets! They are the kind of linens you expect to find in 5-star hotels. Most people don’t have this quality of sheets at home, but why not if they help Mom sleep? You know it is not a product she would buy for herself.
These 800-thread count sheets are a perfect blend of breathability and durability. Not only that, the 100% long-staple cotton yarns are woven together using a sateen weave to provide ideal comfort and smoothness.
Orthofeet Innovative Orthopedic Slippers for Women
GUARANTEED COMFORT! These arch support slippers with their ergonomic sole, superior cushioning, and extended widths are ideal for foot and healing pain relief. They enhance comfort and ease pain all the way up to the knees, hips, and lower back caused by flat feet, overpronation, arthritis, neuropathy, bunions, plantar fasciitis, and more. We love that the unique therapeutic design helps alleviate stress on the joints, enhances stability, and substantially improves the ease of walking.
Weighted Blanket with Minky Duvet Cover
This cozy and attractive weighted blanket evenly distributes weight for relaxing and restful sleep. It helps tremendously with anxiety! Weighted blankets are said to work in the same way a tight swaddle helps newborns feel snug and cozy. Many people find these blankets help them doze off more quickly by promoting a sense of security. This blanket also provides a soft hand feel and helps your loved one to maintain an ideal temperature.
TIKTIK Women’s Button-Down Pajamas Set
Comfy and cute! Soft, lightweight, breathable, stretchy, skin-friendly, and cozy, these adorable pj’s are great to relax around the house! They also help provide a good night’s sleep as they allow for more freedom in bed! Comes in a variety of colors.
Fabulous Gadget Gifts for 80-Year-Old Women
Technology just keeps getting better and better. Here are some gadgets that your beloved octogenarian with love!
Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet
This latest model for the Amazon Fire offers enhanced and more responsive performance (up to 30% faster than the previous generation of Fire HD 8 models)! It’s a fabulous device for reading, listening to audiobooks, browsing the web, watching videos, listening to music, and staying connected with family and friends! Its all-day battery life works for up to 13 hours! This is one of our favorite gifts for all the mothers in our lives!
MagniPros Magnifying Glass with Dual Power Lens
This magnifying glass might be the best gift I bought ever for my 84-year-old mom. She has vision problems due to macular degeneration and some other issues, and this handy magnifier was exactly what she needed! Frustrated by her aging eyes (and before we found this wonderful solution), she stopped reading for a while.
As books provide hours of entertainment and crystal-clear reading which helps pass the time for her, I hated that she no longer could read comfortably. We especially love the full-page view and flip-out legs.
The led magnifier reduces eye strain because it magnifies up to 300% and provides light without glare.
Made out of optical grade acrylic, it is more lightweight, scratch-resistant, and shatterproof than glass, and provides great clarity.
Another bonus, the lens covers a large viewing area without the need to move your hands all the time which is helpful as her hands are weaker now than when younger. Powered by triple-A batteries, the LEDs are made to last more than 25,000 hours!
iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum
Farberware Hands-Free Automatic Can Opener
A can opener may not seem like a fabulous gift, but for those with arthritic hands or shoulder problems, this compact little gadget is absolutely wonderful! It opens any size can easily and stores easily.
The technology allows for seamless opening, which decreases the hazards of dangerous sharp edges that are sometimes a problem with other can openers. Easy to clean with a wet towel, it makes life easier for seniors – or anyone!
Battery Operated Stainless Steel Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Pack Mill with Light
At first glance, these grinders might not seem special despite their elegant appearance. What makes them great for an older woman living alone besides that they beautify the kitchen; these battery-operated tall sleek grinders are easy to use with convenient one-hand operation. For women who have weakness or arthritis in their hands, this gift is one that is extremely helpful.
In addition, the stunning gift box makes this set an amazing present for your favorite senior. With the outside made from high-quality stainless steel and BPA-free acrylic glass, the rustproof ceramic core ensures a smooth and easy grind.
Sunlight Therapy Lamp, 10,000
A light therapy lamp mimics natural outdoor light, the lack of which is very depressing to some people who are inside most of the time. This lamp provides glare-free brightness that can be adjusted. Ultra-compact, it takes up very little space and can sit on a desk, kitchen counter, or vanity. It’s also very simple to use! Only two touch buttons.
Large Screen Digital Clock with Time, Day, and Date
Many find it increasingly more difficult to keep track of days, dates, and times as they age. Your favorite senior may need to keep track of medications or appointments. Or maybe they just have a busy social calendar!
The large display makes this digital clock an ideal gift because of the easy-to-read face that clearly spells out the time, the day, the date, and whether or not it’s morning or night.
This clock is helpful for anyone but is particularly beneficial for people with dementia or macular degeneration. With lots of frame options to choose from, you can easily match it to their decor. I recently bought this clock for my mom. She put it on a shelf in the kitchen and looks at it all the time – it’s very helpful!
iHealth Track Smart Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor with Wide Range Cuff
Help your loved one take charge of their own health! This clinically accurate home blood pressure monitor is simple to use and fits large adult arms. It’s blue tooth compatible for both iOS and Android devices. The large multi-color backlit display with large, oversized numbers makes reading the results a breeze. Coded colors on the display tell if the blood pressure readings are optimal or not and the unit automatically identifies any heart rhythm disturbances! Fabulous!
Duxtop 1800W Portable Induction Cooktop Countertop Burner
If your favorite 80-year-old still likes to cook, you may worry she might burn her fingers or hands. Induction stoves are a good solution. This awesome induction model from Secura sits on the countertop and plugs into any outlet.
The technology used for induction stoves allows food to heat up quickly, and the burner stays cool while the pan heats up.
We love that it’s also easy to clean. Keep in mind if you decide to purchase a portable induction stove, she will need some induction-compatible cookware
Ring Video Doorbell
Worried your favorite 80-year-old answers the door to strangers? This Wi-Fi-enabled video doorbell allows her to see, hear and speak to visitors from her phone, tablet, or computer.
In addition, the doorbell can be programmed to work with Alexa if she has an Echo or Echo Dot. The Ring video doorbell is easy to install and works both with and without existing doorbell wires.
An 80-year-old woman generally won’t buy one of these for herself but will love it once installed! And you can rest more comfortably if you know she has this safety feature at her front door.
The Bottom Line
Selecting a thoughtful gift for an 80-year-old woman involves embracing her unique journey and interests. Delight her with a personalized photo album that captures cherished memories or offers the warmth of a cozy blanket for moments of comfort. Consider a tablet that introduces her to new horizons with ease or explore her creative side with an art kit that ignites her imagination. A selection of classic novels or a subscription to her favorite magazine keeps her engaged, while a spa kit invites her to unwind and pamper herself. Whether it’s a garden kit for her green thumb or a shared adventure, your heartfelt gesture will light up her world and remind her of the love and joy she brings to those around her.
Do you have other ideas for gifts for 80-year-old women who live alone? We’d love to hear from you in the comment section below.
More gift guides:
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originally posted April 6, 2022
updated April 8, 2023
Leslie Farin is the Publisher and Founder of 50PlusToday. She is an experienced communications and marketing professional passionate about working with older adults and their families. She works with a team of writers to provide essential and cutting-edge information related to the 50Plus community.
