Recs Nded: Friends of family dealing with illness

mabelanna

Long story short, our realtor (who we have know for a while and have bought/ sold multiple houses with) found out a few months ago that her mother had cancer.  She moved her mother in with her and her family to take care of her and help her with treatments.  They just found out the treatments aren't working and the cancer has spread.

So, I want to do something for them, but havent talked to them in about 5 months or so and dont visit their house (so taking dinner over is out)  I thought of Schwan's, but dont know if they will be home for the delivery and I would hate for it to go bad.  Wolferman's sounded good, but didnt really like any of their baskets.

DH suggested buying a gift card and mailing it, but I kinda want them to have something in hand as a convienence.  WDYT?  Suggestions?

JOEBunny

Could you drop by a basket of non-perishables?   My friend just had a baby and took by some fresh breads, fruit and veggies, chocolates, wasabe peas, soy nuts, and other snacks that I knew they liked.  I could leave them all out on their porch without worrying if they were sitting there for 12 hours.  It was nice for them to have fresh veggies and fruits after all the processed stuff of take out for past weeks (she has been on bed rest for 2 months), but since they don't go bad instantly, I didn't have to bother them.

brightning

I really think a gift card for a restaurant (esp. one that delivers) is a nice touch. That way they can eat it at their convenience. Also, when my grandfather died, someone brought over a big package of paper plates, cups and plastic utensils and it was so nice, thoughtful and useful. We had enough to deal with without doing dishes. Just a thought.

I think a plant or flowers is always a nice add-on gift, too.