28 Thoughtful Gifts for Seniors They'll Actually Want

Made for those with waning grip, this two-pack of bottle openers will help them unfasten a variety of kitchen and household items. Between the Magic Opener Plus and Magic Opener Mini, these gadgets can fit up to 16 different cap sizes, per the brand. They also feature built-in magnets so you can stick them on your fridge.

Whether they want to keep track of their luggage or their car keys, they can tack this little Tile on like a keychain. Our Lab pros found that it was easy to set up and use.

A great preemptive gift, this Fitbit Tracker can begin collecting data on everything from their heart rate and steps to their daily readiness and sleep, establishing a baseline if something were to ever go wrong. Besides its health uses, the Charge 6 also makes for a great smartwatch. It displays the time, features GPS via Google Maps and allows them to pay using Google Wallet.

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Puzzles can be a relaxing, brain-engaging activity, but if they're not the type to finish in one sitting, the puzzle can become a nuisance. Instead of occupying valuable table space for days on end, they can roll up their half-finished puzzle in this felt mat storage bag to move until they are ready to solve again.

If they're retired and struggle with boredom, a Masterclass subscription is going to be a helpful tool. They can take classes from experts across a wide range of fields to learn about everything from photography to creative writing to poker strategies and more. Familiar teachers on the site include Neil deGrasse Tyson, Gordon Ramsey, James Patterson and Martin Scorsese.

More unique than a traditional card, she'll love this pop-up birds of paradise and lotus blossom bouquet. It's perfect for any occasion, made of recyclable paper and comes in several other lively designs.

They likely grew up reading The New York Times, so a custom birthday book featuring its famous front pages throughout history — on their special day — might be just the perfect gift. It contains between 52-110 pages, depending on the selected date.

For the grandpa with a sense of humor, this ball cap is a cheeky gift idea. He can stick to wearing it around family or venture out into the world for laughs along the way. The embroidered cap comes in five colors.

While this gift might seem a little boring, it's actually an extremely thoughtful idea for seniors. The long shoe horn will keep them from having to bend forward, protecting their achy back and knees.

Available in black and white, this digital picture frame makes for a lovely sentimental gift if they're not the most tech-savvy. It's compatible with both Android and iPhone devices and displays in portrait or landscape mode. "Bought this product for my grandma because all of her grandchildren were off to college and with her struggles with texting, I thought this could be a great gift for her. She loves it and it is very easy to use, even without understanding technology well," one Amazon buyer shares.

This aluminum cane, available in blue or purple, will come in handy for senior drivers. The grab bar fits perfectly into the hook of the car door, providing support as they enter and exit. "Works really well, especially when exiting the car. My mom's physical therapist recommended we try it and it worked so well that I bought two," one Amazon reviewer writes.

If they've complained about foot pain, bring them some relief with these unisex EVA foam slippers. Amazon reviewers describe the feeling of wearing them as "walking on clouds." These slippers also come in a ton of fun colors, so you can pick their favorite.

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Over 18,000 Amazon reviewers have purchased this sweet fill-in-the-blank book, which includes thoughtful prompts to tell them just how much they're loved. The best part? It's a gift that works for any occasion.

These microwaveable therapy mittens are the ultimate self-care gift, especially for someone with cold hands due to poor circulation. She can pop them in the microwave to heat and enjoy the lush benefits of lavender aromatherapy whenever she needs to warm up and unwind.

Nana will love looking out her window at this beautiful glass hummingbird feeder, complete with a metal base and gasket to prevent nectar from leaking. Amazon reviewers are calling it "giftable" and a "good value" for the money, as it's lead-free and comes with a hanging mount.

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With this elegant candle warmer lamp, she won't have to worry about flames. She can safely enjoy all of her favorite candles, whether she's partial to florals, gourmand scents or tropical picks. Plus, she can easily adjust the brightness level or put it on a timer.

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A thoughtful gift that will soothe achy hands, these silicone exercise balls come in extra soft, soft, medium and hard to help strengthen their grip. The kit also comes with a booklet featuring 16 different exercises.

For the dedicated cat parent who also suffers from sore muscles, this microwaveable heating pad will be a hit. It's filled with flaxseed and lavender to put them at ease. One review writes: "I absolutely love this heating pad. I bought it to use after surgery. It definitely did the job & well!!! Also love that it's a little bit weighted."

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If their garden is their pride and joy, this solar statue will make a great addition. It'll charge up in the sun during the day to create beautiful mood lighting at night (it should remain lit for at least 8 hours once it's fully charged). Bonus points if they're obsessed with turtles!

Here's a sweet way to help them keep track of family birthdays. The wooden sign comes with 100 blank tokens for them to write on and attach to the correct month. One Amazon shopper shared: "This is an amazing idea. Not only did mom love it, the whole family loves it. We have a very large family & it was difficult for her to keep track of everyone’s birthdays. No more filling out a calendar every year & hoping you remembered everyone."