Support a Loved One's Vision: Holiday Gifts for Those with Retinal Conditions
If someone you care about has a retinal condition, why not brighten their holiday with a thoughtful gift that makes life a little easier? From clever stocking stuffers to unique, practical presents, there are countless ways to support their vision while showing just how much you care.
Stocking Stuffers
These stocking stuffers are small and cost-effective, but they can make a big difference for your loved one with low vision:
- A key light: This light can be attached to a key, a screwdriver, a tape measurer, or anywhere else for extra directed light.
- Bump dots: Bump dots are a home modification tool that can be applied to just about anything to help guide someone with low vision. For example, someone with low vision can place a bump dot underneath the “smoothie” setting of a blender so they know which button to press without having to read the fine print.
- Large print playing cards: Loss of vision can lead to social isolation. Large print playing cards can help bring your loved one back to the table! They are perfect for any game night.
Practical Presents
Practice presents aren’t flashy, but they make day-to-day life easier for individuals with retinal conditions:
- Cordless lamp: A cordless lamp allows your loved one with low vision to bring extra light with them throughout their home, wherever they need it.
- A pocket magnifier: This tool makes it easier to read newspapers, menus, and other materials while on the go.
- Yellow-filter glasses: Yellow filters increase contrast for individuals with low vision from age-related macular degeneration (AMD). They can make it easier to read or perform tasks in low light.
Creative Gifts
Thinking outside the box is a fun way to get your loved one with low vision a gift they may not expect — or even realize they need:
- A tablet or e-reader: This is a great gift for the reader in your life, as they can easily adjust font settings.
- Gift cards for an audiobook service: If reading is challenging for your loved one with low vision, gift cards to an audiobook service allows them to listen to their favorite books and discover new authors.
- A low-vision watch: Yes, watches designed for those with low vision exist! There are many designs available to find the perfect watch that’s both functional and stylish.
- Donation for AMD: Certain retinal conditions like AMD are constantly being researched in hopes of finding better treatment options. If your loved one already has a lot of tools to support their vision, a donation to AMD research, education, and awareness in their honor can be a creative and thoughtful gift.
The Best Gift of All: An Appointment with a Retina Specialist
There are many practical and creative gifts available for individuals with retinal conditions and low vision. However, the best gift is to encourage them to continue with their regular eye appointments and for you to never skip an annual eye exam. At Retinal Consultants Medical Group, our experienced retina specialists can effectively diagnose and treat a wide variety of retinal conditions. Contact us today for more information or to schedule an appointment at one of our retina clinics in Northern California, including Chico, Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto, and more.
