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Should I take a gift? If so, what would be appropriate

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MiniMoon Sun 22-Jul-18 17:44:29

The home I worked in provided toiletries, bubble bath etc. I would take her favourite snacks or chocolates. My Dad always appreciated those. Pringles crisps were his personal favourites.

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MissAdventure Sun 22-Jul-18 17:34:21

Toiletries are a good idea, as they're often in short supply, or are 'borrowed' for the poor souls who have no family to keep them supplied.

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kittylester Sun 22-Jul-18 17:32:44

My mum (and lots of older people) really appreciated chocolates.

She might not know you but, if she has a lovely time with you, she will feel happy for much longer than your visit.

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Annakist Sun 22-Jul-18 17:26:50

I'll be visiting my sil who has dementia, and has moved into a residential home some three months ago. I last saw her in early April, when she was in hospital prior to the move, and she didn't recognise me. We've never been close, my db died 30 odd years ago, but we've kept in contact sporadically, I suspect more in his memory, both she and me! For information, it's going to take me more than 2.5 hours to get there, and I'll be using public transport, so what would be a useful/appropriate gift to take. I'm thinking maybe some nice soap, or a homemade cake, and that's where my imagination dries up.

I would really welcome any suggestions for those of you who maybe have experience of a similar situation with a family member.

All ideas much appreciated.

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