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Gift Ideas for Caregivers and Service People

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December 13, 2014 By Autumn Rose Reo 76 Comments

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It’s important to make sure to say thank you, but at the holidays it’s especially important to go the mile to let people who make your world rock like your kid’s teacher, postal worker, hairstylist and the nice neighbor down the street.

After much feedback from service works and caretakers, I’ve  learned a lot about what is right and what is wrong about gifting at the holidays.


Rules of gifting:

      • No candles or lotion with fragrance
      • No food
      • Love things that are homemade like something you or your child has made.
      • Doesn’t have to be expensive to be thoughtful!
      • It’s all about the presentation.

NEIGHBOR/HOSTESS

Breakfast basket (More great basket ideas using baked goods from your grocery store!)

Cookies from Tiff’s Treats warm cookie delivery (Download Free Printable/Editable Chalkboard Labels from LifeYourWay.net )

Jenny-Bread-Basket-Hostess-Gift

TEACHERS

Amazon gift card template Amazon gift card template (link to printable)

Target gift card template (Target gift card template (link to printable)

MAILCARIER

All gifts must be under $20 rule (Per USPS)

Chick-Fil-A Calendar (Only $10 on sale right now) Millionaire candy (with printable)

HAIR STYLIST/SALON

Sanitizer (printable)

Merry & Sprite (printable)

Santatizer
Sprite

DOGWALKER/LAWNMOWER/HANDYMAN
Gloves (printable)

Starbucks gift card

BABYSITTER

“Mistle Toes” nail kit

Cash card (how-to video fold dollar bill into a tree)

Fox4-Gifts-for-Caregivers

Rule on Tipping: You can either be a tipper each time for your services at 20% or a full-cost of service at one time.

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The Give Bakery Because it’s Gifting Made Delicious program encourages people to visit the bakery department of their local grocery store to find a variety of treats that can be gifted to all the special people in their lives. With simple creative packaging, a baked good can become a personalized (and delicious) gift. It’s simple, easy and affordable—no baking required!

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  1. Kerri S says

    December 13, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    My kids..followed by a LV wallet!

    Reply
  2. Miss L says

    December 14, 2014 at 12:57 am

    My very first Fendi handbag:)

    Reply
  3. Melissa L. says

    December 14, 2014 at 10:10 am

    My favorite gifts are the homemade ones my kids make for me. They come from the heart.

    Reply
  4. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    December 15, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    I think homemade treats always go over well. At least in my experience.

    Reply
  5. Jennifer says

    December 15, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    These are great idea. I think home made gifts are always the best for anyone.

    Reply
  6. Dawn says

    December 15, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    This is a great idea. I think teachers are a big one that people forget too often. They really put up with a lot!

    Reply
  7. Daisy says

    December 15, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    What fun ideas! I love the presentation of the gifts too.

    Reply
  8. Libby's Library says

    December 15, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    I don’t know that I can pick just one – BUT – one of my sons gave me a Pug years ago. I was so excited. I don’t think his paws touched the ground for weeks. I carried him around like a baby. That dog gave me 14 years of joy. He’s been gone for several years now, but there is rarely a day that I don’t think about him.

    Reply
  9. Libby's Library says

    December 15, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    OH, I meant to say THANK YOU for all the great printables…so THANK YOU!

    Reply
  10. Carlee C says

    December 15, 2014 at 3:22 pm

    These are excellent ideas. I had no clue that all gifts must be under $20 for mail carriers.

    Reply
  11. Maria says

    December 15, 2014 at 3:36 pm

    I do agree on thoughtfulness over expense. And, please do try to make things look nice. Just because it’s inexpensive doesn’t mean it has to look cheap,

    Reply
  12. Tammy Litke (@threedifferent) says

    December 15, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    My husband got me tickets for the Nutcracker Ballet one year & he went with me (which was awesome because he hates the ballet!).

    Reply
  13. Diane says

    December 15, 2014 at 6:40 pm

    my favorite gift was probably my own phone line. “Santa” gifted me it.

    Reply
  14. Nolie says

    December 15, 2014 at 7:35 pm

    Thanks for the ideas. I always have such a hard time buying for the teachers.

    Reply
  15. Kelly Hutchinson says

    December 15, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    I am so glad to see people remembering care givers and service people. They always get forgotten.

    Reply
  16. Ann Bacciaglia says

    December 15, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    It can be hard to know what to buy. These are great gift ideas.

    Reply
  17. Shauna says

    December 15, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    Oh what great gift ideas. Oh and thank you so much for the printables. I was actually stuck on one teacher gift because I normally do baked goodies but she is a health-nut, lol

    Reply
  18. curtis says

    December 15, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    My grandfathers watch was my favorite

    Reply
  19. Liz Mays says

    December 15, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    Handmade gifts are a favorite of mine. Especially when kids make them!

    Reply
  20. Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says

    December 15, 2014 at 9:17 pm

    It’s always a question what to get the people in your lives that work to ENHANCE your life. I always tend to go all out and end up spending a lot of money when all is said and done! These are all simple and inexpensive ideas to keep in mind this year 🙂

    Reply
    • Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says

      December 15, 2014 at 9:29 pm

      My favorite gift I’ve ever been given was our family trip to Florida back when I was 12!

      Reply
  21. Aimee Smith says

    December 15, 2014 at 10:38 pm

    These are great ideas. My husband is a dentist and came home with a gift card from a patient the other day. It was such a thoughtful gift!

    Reply
  22. lisa says

    December 15, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    What great ideas for the ones who help you out! I will remember these

    Reply
  23. ourfamilyworld says

    December 16, 2014 at 12:56 am

    Awesome gift ideas, this has surely helped me!

    Reply
  24. Kelsey Apley says

    December 16, 2014 at 8:09 am

    Oh what great idea’s! How fun to be on the news, I love gifts like this!

    Reply
  25. Stephanie F. says

    December 16, 2014 at 9:58 am

    My favorite gift given was the gift of family…

    Reply
  26. Sandra @ A Dash of Sanity says

    December 16, 2014 at 10:45 am

    These are great ideas, especially the reminder about no fragrances! I really do love this season of giving.

    Reply
  27. Amy Desrosiers says

    December 16, 2014 at 5:59 pm

    I made the mistake of gifting candles last year to a teacher who was allergic! I had no idea…oopsie!

    Reply
  28. MARTHA says

    December 16, 2014 at 11:37 pm

    Any homemade gifts..

    Reply
  29. Mami2jcn says

    December 17, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    My favorite gift besides my children and my engagement and wedding rings was a trip to Vermont my stepdad gave me years ago.

    Reply
  30. Amy D says

    December 17, 2014 at 8:05 pm

    Coach purse!

    Reply
  31. HS says

    December 17, 2014 at 9:33 pm

    My favorite gift I’ve ever been given was a handmade tea set.

    Reply
  32. Margot C says

    December 18, 2014 at 12:56 am

    My car was the best gift ever!

    Reply
  33. Natalie yeoman says

    December 18, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    My favorite gift would have to be the diamond necklace my Bestfriend since high school bought me

    Reply
  34. jenn giannetto says

    December 18, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    Last year i was given a keurig coffee maker and i have used it almost every single day since!

    Reply
  35. cyndi br says

    December 18, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    favorite gift I gave is a gift basket of baby items

    Reply
  36. kelly mcgrew says

    December 18, 2014 at 2:52 pm

    i think my kindle! it was very thoughtful and has proven to be very useful!

    Reply
  37. Wehaf says

    December 18, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    Wool socks- I like my feet to stay warm!

    Reply
  38. Amanda Baker says

    December 18, 2014 at 3:44 pm

    When I was a little girl I was absolutely terrible at keeping my room clean. One year about a week before Christmas I came into my room and everything was gone! I mean everything, furniture and all. My parents told me that they had gotten rid of all of my furniture to punish me for always having a messy room and I believed them. I thought I was going to have to keep living in a barren bedroom and I was sooo sad. Christmas came and my Christmas present that year was an entirely new bedroom set along with a vanity and stand up jewelry box. I was so happy and I loved everything SO much!! This was my favorite Christmas gift ever not only because they were amazing presents, but because it definitely taught me a lesson about keeping my bedroom clean!! Thank you for doing this amazing giveaway!!

    Reply
  39. Liz N says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:03 pm

    The one that stands out the most was when I got a yellow Sony boombox in 6th grade! I was SO happy! I’ve had great gifts since, but that one was classic!

    Reply
  40. claire says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    plane ticket

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  41. Brandy says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    What a great list of ideas and tips. Appreciate you taking the time to write these up for us!

    Reply
  42. laurie says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:12 pm

    my favorite gift i got was a horse

    Reply
  43. Micaela says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    The best gift I ever received was a trip to a small town with many used bookstores. My significant other knew I loved books!

    Reply
  44. Marnie Ward says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    My favorite Christmas present I ever received was a locket from my husband. In the locket were pictures of my 2 dogs, Dutch and Louie. I treasure the locket and I have the two dogs I treasure with me too everywhere I go!

    Reply
  45. Heather says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    my Apple TV this year 🙂

    Reply
  46. Yona Williams says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    My favorite gift would have to be when I got my puppy Oz for my birthday. Second, was a trip to Hawaii for Christmas.

    Reply
  47. Vikki Billings says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:30 pm

    The best gift that I have ever received were my daughter and my son.

    Reply
  48. Christy Maurer says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:38 pm

    I’ve gotten many gifts over the years, but the best is the gift of my children 🙂

    Reply
  49. Brynn says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:43 pm

    My husband saved all year to get me a the red kitchenaid mixer I have been wishing for since we got married 5 years ago. It was very sweet!!!

    Reply
  50. Cindy says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:49 pm

    My engagement ring.

    Reply
  51. Connie says

    December 18, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    My husband made a Hope chest for me!

    Reply
  52. jennifer says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:03 pm

    My daughter! She was born on Christmas day!

    Reply
  53. Heather Bridson says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    My favorite gift I’ve been given was my wooden bobble head chicken my hubby got me… so cute, so funny!!!

    Reply
  54. Debbie Lewis says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    My favorite gift has been a framed photo of my family

    Reply
  55. Lee McKeon says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    When I was caregiver for my elderly late mother a nurse gave me the gift of a day of pampering at the salon!

    Reply
  56. Nichole says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:32 pm

    For my 16th birthday, my mom flew my favorite cousin in from Florida and took us to a musical. It was great! Thank you!

    Reply
  57. Lisa Aliperti says

    December 18, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    a quilt handmade by my mother

    Reply
  58. leeann boggs says

    December 18, 2014 at 6:56 pm

    My favorite gift would be the movie Curly Sue. I quit getting surprised from Santa because of my younger siblings and my mom surprised me with this movie.

    Reply
  59. Jackie says

    December 18, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    I think my favorite gifts were the gifts that the kids made for me in school. They were always so proud giving me their gift.
    Thank you!

    Reply
  60. Tina W says

    December 18, 2014 at 6:57 pm

    My favorite was a giant (or so it seemed at the time!) stuffed hippo my sister made me when I was 7. She had felt eyelashes and a white lace skirt, and was about 3 feet long. I LOVED that things, and kept her on my bed with me every night for decades (including the dorms in college).

    Reply
  61. Emily says

    December 18, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Concert tickets as a teen!

    Reply
  62. Mandy Kauffman says

    December 18, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    My favorite gift I was ever given was a very old book that my father used to read to me when I was a child. Years after he passed away, my grandmother found it and wrapped it up and gave it to me for Christmas one year. Of course I was in tears!! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

    Reply
  63. Adrianne B says

    December 18, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    My favorite gift was the down comforter my husband gave me the first year we spent Christmas together as a couple; we still sleep under it!

    Reply
  64. Pamela C says

    December 18, 2014 at 8:05 pm

    One Xmas week I picked up a freezing small cat living in a parking lot, that week my last cat died of a prolonged illness. I called her Purl, she had a litter 5 weeks later. That was the best gift I ever was given.

    Reply
  65. andy kukta says

    December 18, 2014 at 8:16 pm

    my xbox 360

    Reply
  66. MaryAnn says

    December 18, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    I just received a $250 from my boss at work for a Christmas bonus.

    Reply
  67. liz l says

    December 18, 2014 at 8:35 pm

    My engagement ring

    Reply
  68. Anitra Elmore says

    December 18, 2014 at 9:16 pm

    A recent favorite was my ipad a couple of years ago

    Reply
  69. Yolanda Scott says

    December 18, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    The North face puffy vest.

    Reply
  70. Susan Baughman says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:19 pm

    A basket full of office supplies. I am an office supply junkie and it was full of cool pens, notepads, stationary and all kinds of office supplies.

    Reply
  71. Lucy Lopez says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:20 pm

    My favorite gift that I received was my Nook.

    Reply
  72. Angela Saver says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:43 pm

    My best was a gift card to a local spa!

    andysavi.mom@gmail.com

    Reply
  73. Kim N. says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:53 pm

    Thank you for hosting this great giveaway. My most favorite gift I’ve ever been given is the “Friends” tv show complete 10 season dvd set.

    thiscoffeegirlsweeps@gmail.com

    Reply
  74. Jenny Ham says

    December 18, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    Electric blanket

    Reply
  75. Trucos y guias says

    November 16, 2016 at 2:41 am

     Este videogame me ha mantenido un pco frio.

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Friday - Saturday: 2pm, 5pm and 7pm
Sunday: 2pm and 5pm

And don’t miss Santa! But you’ll take a journey to see him through @snowdaypop! Travel via train and there enjoy holiday with innovative immersive experience and best of all they take the 
Snowday (Level 1, near Banana Republic) 
Now-January 8
(Reservations recommended)

You still have time to experience the Grand Holiday Ice Show today! 

And make Illumination Celebration a part of your holiday with Illumination Celebration!
Meet at the nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree for a special music and light show. 

November 25 - December 24
12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Don’t miss @GalleriaDallas for the Holidays this season! 

#GalleriaDallas #DFW #Mamachallenge #GalleriaHoliday #dallas #DTX
🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Nig 🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Cirque Du Soleil! 🎪

Looking for something different for your holiday fun? Then this is the one. It will make everybody and every age smile and get in the holiday mood (even the teens!) 

Flips, jumps, lights, audience interaction, and Santa Claus! It's a beautiful bridge of a classic done in a whole new interactive way! 

🎪 Get your tickets now (try for section 200!) Now - Dec. 11, 2022!

🎪 Snacks + drinks are available, but you should eat dinner before or be ready for a late dinner! 

🎪 Attire is business casual, but make it fun for a festive, fun night out! 

🎪 Pair it with a trip to @Prairie Lights for 
the ultimate fun in #GrandPrairie! 

#CirqueTwas #twasthenightbeforechristmas #hosted #dfw #mamachallenge #visitdallas #visitgrandprairie #DFWInfluencer #DFWHoliday #DallasBlogger
Sums up this month about right. October has defi Sums up this month about right. 

October has definitely flown by and I couldn’t believe how many of my favorite experiences we didn’t get to attend, but an afternoon at @sixflagsovertexas took care of a lot of my fall bucket list! Halloween fun, seeing the leaves start to change, one of the best strudels + a true Oktoberfest bier, and picture moments galore - we’re all checked off! 

With three festivals - including Fright Fest, Boo Fest and a new Oktoberfest Food Festival, the whole family had a great day at @sixflagsovertexas. And paired with a flash pass and an All day cup (thank you, Six Flags) you can’t go wrong enjoying Texas fall in #DFW.

🤩 Plus make sure to stop and read the gravestones- they name all the rides that have gone out of rotation. 

#sixflags #sixflagsmemories #arlingtontx #aworldofwonderful #dfw #dfwevents #dallasblogger
Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we celebrated with a family trip to the @statefairoftx. 

There’s always so much to see and do, but for us it’s the FOOD! So many people asked us what’s the best thing thing to eat, so here’s our short list of #musteats at the State Fair of Texas!

✔️Every good Texan knows your first stop (and also your last) is @fletcherscornydogs. But did you know there’s more than the original to try? Go for the Dallas Hot Bird Dog dippes in spicy batter, deep-fried, split open and then piled high max and cheese, @cholulahotsauce and crispy jalapeños. #Daymade and you just started!

✔️ Pay homage to the to who @texasmonthly calls the “high priest of frying, @chef_abel, and order up his newest creation, the Doh-Muf: part fluffy donut, part muffin and all goodness with Bavarian cream and coated in banana nut muffin batter. Want to up the ante? Then while you’re there, snag the fried PBJ. (Ask for the Priscilla, just like the King.)

✔️ Don’t fly off too far…get another new dish - the Texas Ranch Hog Wings from @nevinsconcessions. Grab lots of napkins and The Fried Charcuterie Board from this dynamic duo.

✔️ I hope you’re not full because we aren’t finished yet - it’s time to get your greens on from @chefcassy. Deep fried collard greens of course served with a honey-glazed chicken wing! 🐔 

✔️ Quite possibly the fastest thing we ate - was the Ultimate Brookie Monster from @smokeyjohnsbbq. It may not be pretty, but with chocolate chip cookie + brownie, @oreo, marshmallow, all deep fried and served with @bluebellicecream, cheesecake crumbles and strawberry sauce…it’s the ultimate dessert (because everything is in it!)

✔️ Like a corn dog, no trip to the fair is complete without a funnel cake from @ferniesfunnelcakes. It’s the perfect nibble as you people watch your way through the fair (and burn off a few calories before you eat again.)

✔️ So you done yet? You might be for now, so make sure to grab your @stifflersmomscookiefactory to go and wash it down with a dirty soda (ask and they’ll show you!)

HBD, #BigTex - we enjoyed it!

🎡 🌮 🌯🍗🍩

#Texas #statefairoftexas #statefair #deepfrieddynasty #dfw #dallas #statefairfood
If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 I If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 

I can’t help but take up on a good challenge, so when @visit_arlington asked what was my vote favorite taco during their #SavetheTacos campaign, I couldn’t let them down. ✔️ 

With 12 restaurants ready to face off for the title of “Arlington’s Favorite Taco,” anyone can vote and then win prizes for making their vote. 

Wanna play? You have 12 tacos and 10 days to make your 🗳.

My favorite? I’ll never tell, but I sure did have a good time doing the research.

This is what #TacoTuesday was made for.

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #aworldofwonderful #arlington #dfw #tacos #taco #dallasblogger #dfwinfluencer
BBQ leftovers? 

If you happen to have any, what’s your favorite way to put them to work in the kitchen?

I’m talking ways to use that sausage, brisket or smoked chicken from July 4th on @wfaagmtthis!
🇺🇸 Green Sauce for Brisket Breakfast Tacos
🇺🇸 Smoked Chicken Salad
🇺🇸 One-Pan Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Dinner

#july4 #independenceday #gmt #goodmorningtexas #bbq #brisket #dallas #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger
When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀 I w When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀

I was away for work and a special box from @universalpictures @theslyfoxclub showed up! 

My miniboss (and her accomplice) busted it open and made their own unboxing video to send to mom (check my Instastories). 

As much fun as they had making the unboxing video, we had to go see @Minions The Rise of Gru opening night. We both loved it (and the soundtrack is winning especially when your kiddo sings The Rolling Stones on the way home!)

➡️ See #Minions #TheRiseOfGru only in theaters TODAY! 

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

#minions #TheRiseofGru #Ad
DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good! S DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good!

Sign up for the The Heroes for Children 5K & Family Fun Run happening tomorrow, April 23 at Hall Park in #FriscoTx!

This is family-friendly race and party to raise awareness and funds for families affected by pediatric cancer in Texas presented by @heroesforchildren! This Dallas-based org advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children battling cancer throughout Texas. 

🥇 5K runners receive an event T-shirt and the first 300 finishers receive a special Heroes for Gold Ribbon medal. 

Also enjoy:
🏃‍♀️ family fun zone
🏃‍♂️ community sponsored events
🏃‍♀️ Gold Go Gold Art exhibit
 
🏃‍♀️ Register now: https://www.heroesforchildren.org/5k-funrun-frisco and save $5 with promo code HEROESRUN5!

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#dfw #heroesforchildren #run #easter #dallas #frisco #pediatriccancer
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