9 Condolence Gift Ideas

Personalized Memorial Ornament – engrave a loved one’s details on a porcelain or crystal ornament to make them part of the holidays every year.

Name Charm – create a personalized circular name charm to add to cremation jewelry or to add to a simple chain.

Wind Chimes – engrave a beautiful wind chime to hang outside your door, on your deck, or on a nearby tree and enjoy the peaceful sounds as they quietly sound in the breeze.

Garden Chime – don’t have somewhere to hang a wind chime? This standing chime is a perfect addition to a memorial garden or next to a bench where you can sit and reflect.

Outdoor photo plaques – add these to any outdoor memorial wall, headstone, or grave marker. The fade-proof colors and clarity of this ceramic plaque make these a durable option to have photos outdoors.

Photo frames – sometimes the sweetest gift is a memory, and gifting a picture frame that captures a special moment may be more meaningful than an expensive gift.

Veteran-themed frame – honor a Veteran with a wooden, rugged frame that is personalized with their service information and honors.

Personalized leather bracelet – engrave a loved one’s details onto a small plaque to keep them close to you on a discreet and elegant chord.

Fingerprint engraved pendant – Add a customized touch to your jewelry by engraving a loved one’s name or anniversary. They’re even able to hold a small portion of cremated remains.

There are other condolence gift options that range beyond tangible items. Consider sympathy baskets stocked with cozy favorites of the bereaved. Add scented candles, their favorite tea or coffee, comfort foods, a journal, slippers, a thoughtful card, and a gift card for food.

You can also gift self-care experiences like massages or spa days to help encourage the bereaved to take some time to enjoy themselves. Maybe a concert or a day out exploring a new city to help those that are grieving take their mind off a loss.

Go on a local hike to a beautiful spot and share happy memories of a lost loved one. Many people find solace in exercise and movement. Choosing the right condolence gift will depend on the personality and coping strategies someone is using to deal with grief. Consider whether someone would rather receive a gift or the chance to spend quality time with others. Learning about the five love languages can help you plan a meaningful gift for the bereaved.

Unsure of what condolence gift to purchase? During a time of grief, any sign of sympathy can be appreciated. Choose a customized gift that reflects the deceased and your tribute to the bereaved will be noticed.