And so this is Christmas...

What should I buy?...
It is that time of the year again?
That went waaaay too quick!

Are you one of those people who have trouble buying for your loved one with a disability at Christmas? 

Or worse, having to give suggestions to grandparents and others?

Here is a few tips:

Purchase gifts around what skills your loved one may be learning at the time, such as;

Cooking     

• Cook Books
• Cooking tools, such as; measuring cups, electric beaters, customised equipment for those with limited motor skills, baking tools, knife sets that are safe for learners
• Cooking kits; groovy sets with all the ingredients to just put together, cup cake and slice mixes and decorations
• The list is endless.

NB: Give them their own cupboard for their equipment

Gardening

• Gardening tools such as; rakes, shovels or basic equipment like gloves or a water can
• Easy growing plants such as; herbs or pot based vegetables.

Empower through experiences:

Either something they love doing like:

• A footie membership
• Train rides to country
• Going to live theatre
• Concerts
• Gold pass movie tickets
• Attending a chocolate cooking class ( or any other cooking class).

Or things they may never have experienced like:

• Yarra river boat cruise
• Hot air ballooning
• High tea.

TIPS:

• Make the most of the companion card ( if they have one)
• Actively use your free rural/regional train travel with the pension card
• Sign up to Living Social or Scoopon Daily deals ( there are many daily deals sites), these have great experiences at great prices
• Get a few people to go in for a bigger present.

Here is hoping these ideas are helpfu!

Wishing everyone a wonderful and peaceful Christmas 2017, from all at iDareU.