Great Gifts to Make Life Easier and Safer for Older Adults and Anyone Else!

Here are six gifts which just might fit the bill when it comes to shopping for that older adult in your life who seems to "have everything" or for anyone else who would like a gift that makes life a bit easier, better and safer.

The items listed here can be found at a variety of stores and online vendors. I found them all at Amazon.com

1. LeCreuset Silicone Cool Tool Handle Sleeves. For $10-$13, you can add a safe, heat-resistant grip to kitchen pots and pans. Handle sleeves made of silicon can be found made by a number of companies and come in basic black as well as bright eye-popping fun shades.

2. Future Call Dial Keypad Picture Care Phone. Big, over-sized keypad includes the option to place photos of family and friends onto the phone. Just press the photo key and the phone automatically dials the person you choose. Hearing aid compatible; amplified volume. Includes a "one touch" button for emergency calls.  Priced at approximately $50.

3. Greenlite LED 3 in 1  Night Light/Flash Light and Emergency Light. Just what it's name implies: This small light will help reduce falls by providing nighttime light in a dark hallway, can become an emergency light or be used as a flash light in the event of a power outage. $10 - $15

4. MedCenter Talking Alarm Clock and Medication Reminder. This alarm clock is basic and functional. The big buttons are "finger friendly" and "vision friendly". This alarm clock can provide up to four reminders a day through a pre-programmed recording set to specific medication adminstration needs. Approximately $25.

5. Jokari Magnifying Med Cup Remover. Place a Jokari Med Cup Remover on top of those tough to open prescription bottles for an easy open. Non-slip grip caps come will fit a variety of bottle sizes. 3 to a pack for $12.00

6. Jitterbug Cell Phone. Sweet relief! This is the cell phone for anyone who simply wants to make a call without hassle. Easy - to - read keypad with the ability to access all options via a "yes" or "no" button.  Hearing aid compatible. No contracts, no roaming fees, no long distance charges. Dial "O" to reach an operator who will offer free technical assistance.  Approximately $50 - $65 for the phone with plans starting at $15 a month.

Happy Gifting!