How should I reward people that have helped me during a recent incapacity?

Since I have never been in this situation before, I wanted some advice on how to repay people that are helping in my recovery from a broken bone. I have two aunts that between then have taken me to doctor's appointments, picked up my mail and did some some shopping for me. A person I work with has agreed to water my plants at work while I'm out. It seems crass to offer them money, which they probably wouldn't take anyway. I thought about sending flowers, but I don't know if they are allergic and cut flowers seems like a waste of money to me. And with everyone watching their weight (I think at least one of my aunts is diabetic), candy is not an option. Would a gift certificate to a local supermarket be okay? That way they can get what they want and need. Now the question is as to the amount I should recompense. Any further suggestions?





Also people at work sent me a basket of living plants and a fruit basket. Do they have to be acknowledged? How so?

How should I reward people that have helped me during a recent incapacity?
How about taking your recovery helpers out to lunch, or have them over for dinner and explain to them that you greatly appreicated their help during your recovery. Nothing says thank you better than a free meal.





You have some wonderful family/friends/co-workers. As for the people at work how about bringing a couple of desserts along with a thank you note.





I'm glad to hear that you are back on your feet!
Reply:Send thank you cards to the people from work.





A gift card to a local store would be nice for the others, or if you can afford it, a day at a spa or salon.





As far as the amount, it depends on what you can afford really.
Reply:I don't think a gift certificate to a grocery store is the best choice. You could get them each a gift certificate to a restaurant they like-- enough to cover the bill for two dinners, so they can go out and have a nice night with someone special to them. Tell them that you appreciate their taking care of you so much that you want them to be able to go out for a nice night to take care of themselves. As for the fruit baskets, you should write a simple thank you card and send it in the mail, that is the proper etiquette for when someone sends you a gift. For flowers you could call and say thanks and that you enjoyed them or say it in person when you see them so that they know that it was appreciated. Hope that helps
Reply:Simply having their kindness acknowledged is enough for people who do good things...and sometimes just allowing them to do it is enough. Sounds like you've been blessed with some really great people in your life.





To me, individual hand-written sentiments of what each individual's kindness has meant to you would mean the world to them. It takes time and thought to do that...and it will be greatly appreciated.
Reply:tell em you love all of them
Reply:Arrange and evening with each person individually and take them out for dinner to express your gratitude.
Reply:send out (very sincere) thank you notes, at the end of the note invite them over for a get together.. people don't always expect things just for helping, if they didn't care about you they would do these things..
Reply:Well being that these are relatives of yours, they probably don't see it as "helping" you because they're your family. They probably would do it again tomorrow even if you didn't ask!





Host a bash at your place. A little BBQ. It's more personal rather then a gift certificate. When they ask what they can bring, tell them to bring themselves as they've done enough for you already.





If money is an issue, keep it simple. Hot dogs and burgers. Grab some macaroni salads, some dinner salads and maybe some cookies for dessert.





And go ahead and invite those from work or bring in some coffee and donuts or muffins. And buy or make a thank you card so you can hand it to them or leave it on their desks. It'd be much appreciated! I can assure you!
Reply:Host a Bar-b-que. FUN!
Reply:Thank you cards with sincere personal notes are enough.





And when any of them or anyone else needs help which you can give, offer it without expecting anything but a good feeling. Then tell the people about it and tell them it reminded you of this time.





The gift certificate would not be rude at all, but is a little weird.
Reply:I would find it awkward to accept money for helping out a friend, but I'd feel bad too for not trying to repay someone to help me. I would say send a fruit basket and thank them a million times! Also offer them your services if they ever need anything!


And send the people who sent you stuff a nice thank you card.



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