$50–$100
Personalized photo album
An album of family photos, with room to add the grandkids' pictures over the years.
Gift Ideas for 62 Year Olds
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The best gifts for a 62-year-old celebrate family and make free time richer. A Q&A five-year journal, a Kindle Paperwhite, a garden kneeler, a smart display for video calls or a monogrammed robe are all reliable picks.
At 62, many people are newly retired or close to it, and often have grandkids. Staying connected to family, keeping active and enjoying hobbies tend to matter most, so gifts in those areas get used.
Below are 29 ideas in six groups, each with a budget tier so you can shop by price.
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Memory-keeping gifts
Gifts that keep family history close.
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Memory journal
A Q&A a Day or One Line a Day five-year journal takes a minute each evening and becomes a lovely record.
- $25–$50
Family tree artwork
A family tree print or wall decal with names for every generation.
- Family Tree Wall Decal by Simple Shapes (Chestnut Brown, Standard Size 107 x 90-Inch)
- Staircase Family Tree Wall Decal Chestnut Brown Small Size 92W x 88H inch by
- Innovative Stencils Family Like Branches on A Tree. Wall Decal Sticker Quote (24
- $25–$50Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Keepsake box
A keepsake box for letters, cards and small treasures, like the Willow Tree boxes.
- $50–$100Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Customized photo blanket
A soft blanket printed with family photos for the couch.
Health and wellness gifts
Ways to stay active and feel good.
- $100+
Fitness tracker
A Garmin Vivoactive tracks walks, golf and swims with built-in GPS and a long battery.
- GARMIN Garmin vvoactive 4S GPS Watch
- Garmin vívoactive 4, GPS Smartwatch, Features Music, Body Energy Monitoring
- Fitbit Versa 3 Health & Fitness Smartwatch with GPS, 247 Heart Rate, Alexa Built
- $25–$50Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Meditation cushion
A zafu cushion makes a short morning meditation more comfortable.
- $50–$100
Massage pillow
A shiatsu cushion from Snailax or Homedics eases a stiff back in any chair.
- Snailax Shiatsu Massage Cushion with Heat Massage Chair Pad Kneading Back Massager
- Homedics Cordless Shiatsu Massage Pillow with Heat
- Homedics Shiatsu Massage Pillow with Heat
- Under $25
Herbal teas
A variety box of herbal teas from Traditional Medicinals for calm evenings.
- Traditional Medicinals Herbal Supplement, Organic, Nettle Leaf, Tea Bags - 16 tea
- 156 Cup Bag of Certified Organic Dandy Blend Instant Herbal Beverage with 11 oz.
- Tea Forte Herbal Retreat Petite Tea Presentation Box
- $25–$50
Yoga mat
A good-grip mat for gentle yoga or stretching at home.
- Gaiam Sol Dry-Grip Yoga Mat, Black, 5mm (Longer/Wider)
- Gaiam Yoga Mat 5mm Marine Solid Color
- Gaiam Premium Yoga Mat Plum Jam, Light & Dark Purple, 5 mm
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Gifts for hobbies and interests
Gifts for the things they love doing most.
- $100+Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Enameled cast iron Dutch oven
An enameled Dutch oven handles bread, soups and roasts for decades. Lodge is the budget option.
- $25–$50Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Garden kneeler and seat
A garden kneeler that flips into a seat saves knees and backs during long sessions in the garden.
- $100+Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Kindle Paperwhite e-reader
A Kindle Paperwhite lets them enlarge the text and read in bed without a lamp.
- $50–$100Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Vinyl record player
A record player for a vinyl collection, old or new. Add a record from their teenage years.
- Under $25Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Foam roller
A foam roller eases tight muscles after walks, golf or gardening.
Technology gifts for seniors
Simple tech for staying in touch.
- $100+
Tablet with Large Screen
An iPad with a large screen for reading, video calls and photos of the grandkids.
- Apple 10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi 256GB - Silver (9th Gen)
- Apple iPad Pro 10.5in (2017) 64gb, Wi-Fi - Silver (Renewed)
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 10.4" 128GB - Oxford Gray
- $100+
Digital Photo Frame
An Aura or Skylight Wi-Fi frame that family fills with photos from their phones.
- Aura Frames Carver Digital Photo Frame - Gravel
- Skylight Frame - 10 inch WiFi Digital Picture Frame, Email Photos from Anywhere
- Aura Frames Carver Digital Photo Frame - Sea Salt
- $100+Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Smart display for video calls
An Echo Show or Google Nest Hub makes video calls with one tap or a voice command, no phone needed.
- $100+Shop on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Automated Medication Dispenser
An automatic dispenser gives the right pills at the right time with an alarm. Most useful for someone managing several daily medications.
Travel gift ideas
For the 62-year-old who's traveling more.
- $100+
Luggage set
A two-piece luggage set with a carry-on for short trips and a larger case for longer ones.
- Rockland Rio 2-Piece Carry-On Luggage Set, Brown
- Rockland 4-Piece Luggage Set - F32 Red
- Rockland Luggage 4 Piece Expandable Luggage Set Multi Color
- Under $25
Travel guidebook
A guidebook for the trip they're planning, or Vagabonding for someone dreaming of a long trip.
- Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel [Book]
- Lonely Planet Canada 15 [Book]
- $100+
Camera
A Canon Rebel or similar camera for someone who wants better travel and grandkid photos than a phone takes.
- Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR Camera w/ EF-S 18-55mm IS II and EF 75-300mm F4-5.6 III
- Canon Eos Rebel T7 Dslr Camera with 18-55mm Is II Lens Bundle + Canon EF 75-300mm
- $25–$50
Portable charger
An Anker power bank keeps phones and tablets charged on travel days.
- Anker PowerCore 20100mAh Portable Charger - Black
- Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 Portable Charger 20000mAh Power Bank
- Anker PowerCore 10000mAh Universal Portable Charger - Black
- Under $25
Travel journal
A travel journal or ticket stub diary for keeping memories from each trip.
- Ticket Stub Diary: (Revised) (Travel Diary, Travel Journal, Scrapbook Journal) [Book]
- Travel Stub Diary [Book]
- Refillable Handmade Traveler's Notebook, Leather Travel Journal Notebook for Men
Personalized gifts
Gifts made just for them.
- $50–$100Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Monogrammed robe
A waffle or plush robe with their monogram for slow mornings.
- $50–$100Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Custom-made piece of jewelry
A bracelet or necklace with the grandkids' names or birthstones.
- $50–$100Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Personalized wall art
A personalized wooden sign or print with the family name and established date.
- Under $25Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Embroidered handkerchief set
A set of handkerchiefs embroidered with their initials, a classic gift for a dad or granddad.
- $25–$50Shop on Etsy (opens in a new tab)
Customized leather journal
A leather journal with their initials for writing down memories and plans.
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Frequently asked questions
Something about family or free time: a five-year Q&A journal, a Wi-Fi photo frame, a smart display for video calls, a Kindle Paperwhite or a garden kneeler and seat.
A photo blanket, a family tree print, jewelry with the grandkids' names or birthstones, or a smart display so the grandkids can video call easily.
$25 to $100 covers most gifts here. For a partner or big occasion, $100 or more for a camera, tablet or luggage set is common. Every idea above has a budget tier.
A Wi-Fi photo frame, a smart display like the Echo Show, a Kindle Paperwhite or an iPad. Set it up before you give it.
The bottom line
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