Planned or abrupt, retirement is inevitable, whether to enjoy the remaining years of life or because of medical, personal reasons. However, even if planned, retiring is no easy task as one would need to close a chapter in their life where they spent good decades of their professional years. So, if your parents have decided to take steps to retire and are ready to move on, then it’s surely an occasion that calls for a feast. To celebrate this occasion, you must be wondering about some good retirement gift ideas for parents to show your appreciation for their hard work.
When choosing retirement gifts for your parents, you must consider their hobbies and interests. If you are not sure about their interests, then try introducing them to some new things on which they can spend their time. You can also try retirement gifts that hold sentimental value for your parents or something useful that would help them later. And last but not least, some gags gifts that you would receive on white elephant gift exchange, cause why not its all about making it a memorable time for them.
In this article, I have compiled a great list of gifts that will surely help you show your mom and dad gratitude for their years of hard work. These retirement gift ideas for parents will undoubtedly inspire you to choose something that conveys your thoughts and feeling to your parents to show how much you care and respect them.
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Best Retirement Gifts for Parents:
1. Renpho Foot Massager
If your parent’s job required them to stand for long hours, then they would really appreciate this Renpho Foot Massager as a retirement gift. Also, it’s a great pain reliever if they have plantar fasciitis. The massager has a built-in heater, rotation ball, and rolling stick to offer a deep kneading shiatsu foot massage. The machine works for most foot sizes, and the inner cloth footbed cover is removable and washable, so great for everyday use.
2. Hamilton Beach 2-Way Brewer Coffee Maker
Even after retirement, early morning coffee habit is hard to lose for people who need something to kick start their day. So this Hamilton Beach 2-Way Brewer Coffee Maker seems like a perfect gift for anyone who can’t start their morning without coffee. The coffee maker is great for a single serving or to enjoy with family, so no more worrying about making less or more coffee. Also, it uses ground coffee, so no need to spend extra money on K-Cups or pods.
3. Kindle Oasis
One of the perks of retirement is that your parents will probably have too much time in their hands. With this Kindle Oasis, your parents can access a library of books at an affordable price and read tons of books without the hassle of carrying them around. In addition, Kindle Oasis comes with an adjustable warm light, so it doesn’t put too much stress on the eyes during long binge reads. It’s waterproof, so great addition for some relaxing bath time.
4. Polaroid Originals Instant Camera
If your parents are fans of the old-school point-and-shoot cameras, they would be happy to receive a Polaroid Originals Instant Camera. The Polaroid has made a comeback and has a major improvement in picture quality compared to its predecessor. In addition, it comes in seven different color spectrums, so make sure to select your parent’s favorite color.
5. Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub
Now you can gift the experience of the jacuzzi to your parents at a fraction of the cost with this Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub. The setup of the Hot Tub is straightforward and doesn’t require any fancy tools. It comes with a pump, so simple inflate or deflate when the winter cold is too unbearable.
6. Aura Smart Digital Picture Frame
Are your parents not tech-savvy? Do you need some way to share pictures with them? Then, I highly recommend gifting them this Aura Smart Digital Picture Frame. Just do a one-time setup and place the frame anywhere you can get wifi reception. Then, through the app, you can send pictures to the frame and share all your precious memories with your parents. The device comes with free unlimited storage, so no need to hold back on sharing the cat or baby pictures.
7. BalanceFrom Yoga Set
Yoga is a great physical activity as it doesn’t require any complicated pieces of equipment and can be learned easily from YouTube. Retired or not, practicing yoga is something everyone should dabble into. If you want your parents to start the basics of yoga, get them this BalanceFrom Yoga Set. It includes a soft and firm mat with a carrying strap if your parents decide to start going to a yoga class. It also includes two blocks for advanced yoga, two towels, and a knee pad.
8. Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones
If your parents get a headache from loud noises, get them really good noise canceling (NC) headphones. Don’t cheap out on good NC headphones, as they can last a very long time. I recommend the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones. I have been using these headphones for 6 months, and the NC feature was bliss during any ongoing construction near my place.
9. Master Cook Propane Gas BBQ Grill
Now that your parents are retired be ready for the BBQ invitations coming your way every weekend. If they own a BBQ grill, it’s time to replace the rusty one and get them a new shiny one like this Master Cook Propane Gas BBQ Grill. The grill has three burners powered by propane gas and foldable side shelves. The only problem with this grill is that it’s hard to assemble, so your parents might need little help if they are not technical.
10. KEFF Painting Set
A person who has spent most of their time on work probably doesn’t have much of a hobby. If you are parents like this, then it’s time to introduce them to painting, the number one hobby anyone can start. They can begin their art journey with this KEFF Painting Set. This 54 piece painting supplies kit comes with 24 acrylic paint tubes, several paintbrushes, canvases, and much more.
11. Nekteck Neck and Back Massager
Anyone who has worked a desk job knows the strain it puts on the neck and shoulders. If your parents also had a desk job, they must also be sharing the same pain. The only solution for this problem is rest and a good massage. Luckily retirement gets you plenty of rest, and this Nekteck Neck and Back Massager should take care of the remaining problem. The massager has a kneading and heating function to alleviate all the muscle soreness and stiffness.
12. 3D Crystal Photo
Picture frames are one of the most preferred gifts for retirement parties because it’s a great sentiment piece. But regular frames are way too old school. So instead of regular picture frames, why not give this custom 3D Crystal Photo as a retirement gift to your parents? Just select the perfect picture that holds sentimental value to your parents and see their reaction once the pictures start to glow up and almost look holographic.
13. Presto Dorothy Rapid Cold Brewer
Cold coffee enthusiasts know the pain of waiting upto 24 hours to brew a smooth, flavorful cold coffee. If your parents like their coffee cold, then gift them this Presto Dorothy Rapid Cold Brewer and let them enjoy some chilled coffee without any wait. The brewer can prepare 22 ounces batch in 15 minutes by spinning the coffee ground rapidly without exposing it to any heat to avoid bitterness.
14. Crosley Dansette Bermuda Turntable
Are your parents hoarding their old record collection but have no plans of playing them? Then tell them to dust off the records by gifting them this Crosley Dansette Bermuda Turntable. With this new turntable, they can once again experience the music the old-fashioned way. The turntable also has Bluetooth and Aux-In support, enabling you to listen to music with headphones.
15. Activbody Activ5
After retirement, the number one focus for a retiree should be getting back into shape after years of neglecting health due to work. A gym membership is a great retirement gift to build health and strength. But if your parents are too old for the gym, the second-best option is getting them this Activbody Activ5. It’s an isometric strength training device that connects to a smartphone. With Activ5, one can practice tons of static strength training exercises that target every major muscle group.
16. Nutrichef Mini Wine Fridge
If your parents are wine enthusiasts and often buy bottles with no space to store them in the fridge, it’s time to get them this Nutrichef Mini Wine Fridge. It’s a great gift for a wine connoisseur who has very limited space in their kitchen. The fridge can store upto twelve wine bottles, and its cooling compressor doesn’t make much noise, so it can also be displayed in the office or living room. The fridge also allows you the control the temperature with an adjustable digital touch-button display.
17. PNAEUT 2-Person Hammock with Steel Stand
Gifting your retired parents this PNAEUT 2-Person Hammock with Steel Stand will prove as an ultimate symbol of comfort one can enjoy after years of hard work. A hammock is a great addition to the backyard, where one can take an afternoon nap without worrying about the world. Unlike a regular bed, a hammock doesn’t remind a person of the old mundane routine of getting up early to go to work.
18. Magicteam Sound Machine
Most believe that one can get good hours of sleep after retirement. But that’s not the case for some people who might find it difficult adjusting to the new routine. After working in a place with sound pollution, one can find it difficult to lose the noises they were accustomed to hearing every day. If your parents face a similar problem, you can try helping them by getting them this Magicteam Sound Machine. A good sound machine like this one can help distract from other disturbing noises when sleeping.
19. FiveJoy Garden Tool Set
Home gardening after retirement seems like a common hobby most people try to get into. If your parents are also planning to start gardening or go fully into self-sustaining backyard produce, then getting them this FiveJoy Garden Tool Set as a retirement gift is a no-brainer. The set includes 7 tools made out of hard aluminum, a pair of gloves with claws that make it easy to dig, a handheld sprayer, plant rope, and a tote bag to carry everything.
20. Craft a Brew Make Your Own Wine Kit
This Craft a Brew Make Your Own Wine Kit is a great gift for a retiree who already has everything in their life. The kit is meant for beginners and wine enthusiasts looking for a one-time project to test the water and see if winemaking is something they would like to spend time on. It comes with the equipment and ingredients required to make 1 gallon of wine.
21. OWAYS Rocking Massage Chair
A massage chair is a great retirement gift idea for parents if they are old or have chronic body ache. But traditional massager chairs are bulky and look out of place with a simple house interior, which is why you should get your parents this OWAYS Rocking Massage Chair. It looks like a common rocking chair but packs the power of a full-body massager. The chair’s frame is made of solid wood. The soft cushion padding holds 2 levels of rolling massage nodes and vibrating motors to offer a relaxing massage.
22. 1,000 Places to See Before You Die
If your parents are planning to travel a lot post-retirement, this book, 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, will be a great retirement gift. The book is a wonderful guide for creating a traveling bucket list. It contains comprehensive details of places that are worthwhile visiting in the most remote part of the world.
23. Personalized Celebrity Video
Chances are you might have stumbled across videos of celebrities handing out personal messages. Such videos are possible through apps like Cameo that make it easy to get personalized celebrity videos at a really affordable cost. If your parents have a favorite celebrity try searching on such apps and get them to do a small retirement speech.
24. Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker
With this Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker, retirees can finally be honest with themselves and prepare a Margarita at ten in the morning or whenever they prefer. Now no need to mess the blender with fruit pulp when you have a dedicated cocktail machine ready to serve whenever the mood calls for it.
25. Bonsai Starter Kit
If your parents are done with work but would still prefer to work on something that doesn’t require much attention, get them this Bonsai Starter Kit. A Bonsai is a project of patience. It requires one to lay a foundation for something that needs adequate care once it starts taking the form of a plant. When I say patience, I am talking years. This Japanese art form of tending miniature trees will surely last your parent’s interests.
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