If you have a close friend or family member with a long-term medical condition, you may find it hard to find a thoughtful or original gift for them.

This could be because they are limited by their condition or don’t get to go out as often as they like.

That’s why we’ve compiled this list of gift ideas for 2022 to bring joy to a loved one with chronic medical conditions. Read on for inspiration!

Comfy and practical loungewear

If your loved one tends to spend their days dressed in their nightwear simply because it’s comfy, it might have an effect on their mood and mental wellbeing.

Help them to feel dressed and ready for the day by gifting them some stylish loungewear.

It’s a step up from wearing a fresh pair of pyjamas and will help them to focus on what they can do rather than what they can’t do.

Subscription to a favourite magazine

Does your loved one have a hobby or special interest? Tap into it and gift them a subscription to a magazine that reflects their taste.

Looking forward to receiving their magazine every month will give them a boost and help them feel pampered and valued.

Your gift subscription doesn’t have to be limited to magazines. You can subscribe to almost anything: books, audiobooks, music, streaming services or even a flower delivery to offer colour and cheer with a regular delivery.

Homemade blanket

Anything homemade is going to be a winner, as it shows that you’ve put time and effort into your gift.

A homemade blanket is ideal for an older person who may feel the cold, especially if they are immobile for much of the day. It can also double up as an attractive throw to brighten their living area.

You can make an attractive blanket by sewing together crochet squares, which are really easy to create even for an amateur. Choose colours that you know your recipient will love, and get crocheting!

Essential oils and diffuser

Creating a welcoming and peaceful environment at home is really important if you spend a lot of time there.

One of the easiest ways you can help your loved one do this is by gifting them a diffuser with essential oils.

Choose fragrances such as lavender, rose and neroli for a calming atmosphere or peppermint, sweet orange or rosemary to energise the home.

Everyday care package

Sometimes it’s the little things that are the most welcome – and practical too.

Create an everyday care package for your loved one containing items like soap, hand sanitiser, tissues, multivitamins and headphones – all the things you never want to run out of!

Present them in a useful box or basket that they can keep on their bedside table for easy access.

Slow cooker

When you’re living with a chronic condition, nutrition is more important than ever. But sometimes cooking healthy meals can be a challenge.

Make it really easy for your loved one by gifting them a slow cooker. It’s one of the easiest ways to cook healthy meals, as you can just throw all the ingredients into the cooker with minimal effort or skill required. It also means that there are fewer pots and utensils to wash up afterwards – another win!

What’s more, your loved one will remember your thoughtfulness every time they sit down to eat a slow-cooked meal!

Medical alert wristband

If you’re looking for gift ideas, cheap ones are sometimes the best! So why not buy your loved one an inexpensive medical ID bracelet?

For a soft yet durable wristband, choose silicone. It’s a natural material that won’t irritate the skin and is comfortable to wear every day. Or choose a stainless steel bracelet if that’s more the recipient’s style.

You can opt for a wristband that is pre-printed with your loved one’s condition – for example, epilepsy, or have it customised with useful information such as the name and dose of medication they are on.

One of the best things about this gift is that it will give your friend or family member peace of mind knowing that in an emergency, details about their medical condition can be accessed easily.

A thoughtful gift that shows you care

Living with a medical condition isn’t always easy. But a thoughtful gift that shows you care can make all the difference.

Be inspired by our selection of carefully chosen gift ideas next time your loved one has a birthday or special occasion coming up. Or why not choose a little something “just because”?

To get started, take a look at our selection of medical ID bracelets. Designed so vital medical information is easily accessible in an emergency, they come in a variety of colours and styles and are completely customisable so you can celebrate your loved one’s uniqueness.