A survey conducted by Barchester Healthcare homes showed that gadgets are number three in the top five gifts elderly relatives and friends would like to receive this holiday season. Ahead of gadgets at number two were luxury food hampers, and in the number one spots were experiences such as yoga sessions, hot air balloon rides, and makeovers.

In the gadget category, the survey found that digital cameras and gaming consoles like the Wii were particularly popular amongst elderly home care residents. I bet you didn't expect that!

So this year, when you're out shopping for grandma and gramps, don't pass over the gadgets because you think they're too old to appreciate them. Instead of the slippers and socks, what they really might be hoping for is a shiny new Nintendo Wii. It's all the rage amongst that age group these days. The Wii knows no age limits, and neither do digital cameras.