Is your elderly mother’s birthday coming up? Or perhaps you father-in-law’s? Here are some tips and suggestions on what to give your elderly relatives on their special day:

For the more creative, you and another family member can come up with a scrapbook, or if you are more technologically inclined, a video scrapbook can also work.

The elderly also like to be pampered, a day in the spa even just to get their hair or their nails done will be highly appreciated.

For the more practical souls, you and other family members can chip in for a large purchase that your parent or parents cannot afford. This can be an appliance or even a vacation. You can also try paying for their utilities on their birthday moment.

You can also take your mom or dad out on a date. You can take them out to dinner in their favorite restaurant then go to a play or concert later on.

No matter what you decide the give, the time, effort, and the sentiment you put into that gift already mean a lot to your parents.