The loss of a loved one is extremely difficult for everyone. Especially when you lose a close family member. The best thing your friends and extended family can do is provide you with support during this difficult time. Gift hampers are an excellent way of showing your love and support. Here are some great ideas to keep in mind.

Fresh flowers

Fresh flowers are the most popular of all sympathy gifts. You might like to send a fresh bouquet, a potted plant or take your pick from gift hampers that include fresh blooms and various other gift items.

Send food

Gift hampers that include food are also excellent for this difficult time. Of course, you don’t want to overdo it in the food department. If you take a casserole to their door, you may notice that several other loved ones have also stopped by with food. Not all foods can be frozen which means that much of it will go to waste. Instead, you can send a pie hamper. Pastries can be enjoyed right away or they can be popped in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Fresh fruit

Gift hampers that contain fresh fruit are also an excellent way of showing support. They are bright and colourful which means that they will spruce up the room. They also offer the recipient something natural to nibble on rather than junk food or nothing at all. Many people don’t feel hungry during the initial stages of grief but they might feel peckish enough to eat an apple or banana.

Non-perishables

If you are worried about sending food gift hampers because they might perish, you can always shop around for baskets filled with non-perishables. Biscuits, nuts and other light snacks that won’t spoil in a hurry.

Apart from sending a gift hamper to the grieving family, the best thing you can do is give them some space and time. They need to spend time as a family without too many interruptions. This is also why it is best to arrange for the hamper to be delivered directly to their door.