What to get two women for Christmas?

Hi everyone, I'm asking for some help. Yesterday a neighbor down the hill from us, her house caught fire. The house didn't burn to the ground but appears there is enough damage she won't be living there until repairs are done. I have opened my house to her and her daughter who is visiting for the holidays. They have no relatives in the area. I told them, they can stay as long as needed. It's already been discussed, they will be with us for Christmas. I don't know the ladies very well, the daughter I barely know at all. What are some ideas as to what to get them for Christmas? My hope is with Christmas breakfast and dinner and opening presents maybe if even for just a few minutes, they will have some joy, some happiness during this time.

Edit: This might help, she is mid 50's to 60? And her daughter is mid to late 30's?

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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

Gift cards so they can get things that they really need at this time.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti I did think of gift cards and I will, but also want something else.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti and thank you for your input.

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@thetucker You have them in your home, you need to observe a few things about them...if you can’t come up with something a scarf and a box of chocolates or whatever, generic gift. I’m sure what you are doing for them is the best gift they could get at this trying time for them.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti I like it a scarf and more chocolate. I want them to feel welcome and not feel like they are putting us out or in the way. They have been very appreciative and seem more concerned of disturbing our normal routine. They even spent the morning helping with all the horses even though we have plenty of help already.

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@thetucker they probably want to contribute help since they are staying in your home plus it’s helpful to stay busy when in an anxiety-presenting situation like they are in...let them help and thank them kindly.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti I've been there, in a stressful anxiety laden situation, I'm letting them help all they want. Sent my daughter to the store for some foods and drinks they like, especially comfort foods for them.

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@thetucker You have just defined the meaning of “hospitality”...well-done

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti Thank you, it's very sweet of you to say.

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@thetucker a lot of people would be caught up in their holiday preparations and celebrations and not want to deal with someone else’s problems. You have not only brought your neighbors into your home but you are thinking of what their needs are including them into your family’s celebrations.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti I am a firm believer we should help others whenever we can. We are fortunate to be able to help. And very happy to be able to help them. Interesting to us, timing, this is the first year we have not done an open house on Christmas because most people who normally would be here will not be. No open house so our new guests will not be overwhelmed with so many strangers. It feels good to be able to help them.

thetucker · 61-69, M

@cherokeepatti I even gave up the master bathroom so they can use the soaking tub if they wanted. I'm joking. Well, I mean the offer is there for them, but I didn't have to "give it up".