24 Funny Gag Gifts for Older People

This book takes the popular phrase “You’re only young once.” and turns it on its head. It’s true that you’re only old once, and there are facets to being old that you can appreciate instead of lament. Leave it to Dr. Seuss to make being old bearable.

So they’re not moving as fast as they used to, and now they need a sign to let everyone know that they’re going to slow down the line. This sign is great to hang up next to their favorite chair or other preferred spot.

Don’t we all wish it was this easy? Here’s a way to show them that there’s no way to take off the years, so they might as well get used to being old. It will be funny to see the look on their face when they see what sort of eraser this is.

These mints are specifically designed for those senior moments, and are designed to be extra strength so they can remember things better. Of course the joke is that these don’t really improve their memory, they’re just a funny gag that points out their senility.

You might think that text speak is lost on the older generation, but they have a whole list of acronyms that they use themselves. This mug is printed on both sides with eight of them, so the grandkids can get down with the oldies and understand just what it is they’re saying.

These socks will lend them a hand when they can’t remember where they’re supposed to go. It’s a funny way to make sure that they put their socks on the right way, and even funnier if they end up putting them on the wrong feet.

If there’s an old man in your life who speaks as he finds and doesn’t care who he offends, ‘How Not to Become a Crotchety Old Man’ will make an excellent funny gag gift for him. Illustrated with 250 scenes along with totally un-pc text, this book is not for the easily offended.

As we age, we tend to feel the cold more, especially in the extremities. Help keep an old man’s old man warm and toasty this winter with the Peter Heater. Made to look like a homemade knitted gift, this bright red garment will ensure he doesn’t shrivel up with the cold.

This hearing aid is more like a cone that they hold to their ear so they can hear what’s going on. This makes a great gift for a old person that refuses to get hearing aids for whatever reason, and gives them the next best thing.

Losing our hearing can be a blessing in disguise, as it means we can be selective about what we want to listen to. This long neck ear trumpet will ensure they can’t pretend not to hear what you say, and would make a great retirement gift for someone with a sense of humor.

This board game is all about having fun, even if you don’t remember having that fun a few hours later. A great choice for seniors that are self aware that they have senior moments, and used to enjoy a good board game in their younger days.

Surely they must have at least a couple of walking canes scattered around the house. This one is the ultimate all-in-one cane that’ll make their life easier. It stands on its own, it has a built-in LED light and it folds up. Your grandparents will be the hippest around with this cane.

There are a few perks to getting older; you tend to care less about what people think, you’re comfortable in your own skin, and you get discount in lots of stores! This t-shirt is a cheeky way for the elders to ask for some money off their purchases without having to say a word.

Is grandpa a golfer? This golf ball storage sack has a funny bit of innuendo to it but it’ll also store up to 5 golf balls while he hits the tees. It clips to his bag too so he won’t have to worry about misplacing or dropping it. He’ll surely get a good laugh from all his golf buddies with this gift.

Make sure other motorists are aware that the driver in front might be living life in the slow lane by attaching this fun magnet to their car. Measuring 8” x 8”, this bright yellow sign features a pair of elderly people hobbling with their walking sticks, along with ‘Caution Senior Driver’.

This deck of cards was pretty much designed for seniors whose sight is starting to go. The cards are massive and they should have no trouble seeing what they’re playing. You know you’re getting old when you need to play with these cards!

Are they always complaining about how difficult text is to read? If so this magnifying glass would be perfect for them. It’s kind of a funny way of saying that you’re tired of reading those small labels and stickers for them. It’ll help in more ways than one.

Usually the saying is that “stuff” happens, but in this case it’s just as accurate to say that old happens, because it does. This button will look so funny on them, especially if they’re celebrating a birthday that is up there.

If they’re starting to have some troubles getting in and out of the car then this little gadget can help save them the struggle and embarrassment. It wraps around the door window frame to give them a handle that acts as a helping hand for getting in and out.

Give them the gift of relaxation with this spa in a jar set. It includes everything they need to pamper themselves and feel good. There are scrubs and other cleansers that will exfoliate them and leave them feeling ultra clean.

This Over The Hill Survival Kit will make a fabulously funny gag gift for older people, as it contains all the things they’ll need to navigate their senior years. From the replacement marbles to the lollipop for when life sucks, the tin also comes with an explanatory card so they know what’s what.

Give them a good place to store one of their many pairs of glasses with this very appropriate stand. It’s shaped like a nose and will hold any pair of glasses that gets the most use. It’s perfect for the senior who’s always misplacing their glasses.

Like a kid, seniors have lots of troubles with their balance. This bar can be installed just about anywhere to keep them on their feet and actually prevent serious injuries. It uses suction cups so it can be installed and removed quickly and easily. Place it all throughout the house for the most laughs!

Chances are they’ve got some hair in those ears, and probably don’t even know it. Help them out by getting them this gift that gets in there and gets it all trimmed. It also works on nose hair and eyebrows, two other spots with wild growth for old people.