Where to Send Flowers

You could send an artificial arrangement. That way he could see the flowers but yet the smell would not get to him. And it would be something that his wife could keep forever. .

If you are worried about the smell of the flowers - maybe send an arragement of live plants in a basket. We had a lot of them sent to my grandma & later when she passed... each of us got to take one home & kinda have a "peice" of her w/ us because of it. Mine sits in my living-room front window... it was nice having a live plant in the house through out the winter, but also knowing she loved plants helps me to feel she is still close.

As for the "get well" or "sympathy"... see if the have a card that says "thinking of you" or "your in my thoughts". Not sure if they do or not though. Sometimes they have blank ones they can write whatever you want.

Personnaly, I would send it to the hospital... try to brighten his days as well. Right now he needs to know people do care - it will touch not just your friends heart, but his & anyone else that walks into the room to see him.

Send a thinking of you card/gift, if the uncle has a private room the flowers may not be an issue. However, call the hospital and ask if there are other patients whose immune system is compromised the hospital will not allow flowers at all. You can send a gift basket with things that can keep the uncle occupied (if alert and able) music cd, puzzles, books, etc...
It is very thoughtful of you to comfort your friend's uncle in his transition.

I think a nice live plant might be nice.

I just had a simular situation. I got an idea and called the hospital and asked for the gift shop. They were very helpful and got an arrangement with balloons and a teddy bear. Then it was delivered that day. Way cheaper then sending from a floral shop too. Delivered right away within a hour or so. Good Luck as for someone to help you there. Could be a coffee cup or something. G. W

The flower shops are usually really good at answering all of these questions, because they have usually faced all of these situations. Hope they can help, and I wish I could have been more help.

I'd send a small bouquet or a small planter with a personal note (if you can) that says "Thinking of you" or "Have a good day" . Don't worry about a big arrangement because I believe room would be limited, and, I agree, about the smell. Your small bouquet could be easily taken home by the wife and he would still know that you thought of him.

Live plants are a nice choice.

I would suggest that you avoid flowers and plants and just send something like a fruit basket. My favorite place to order these is: www.goodiesfromgoodman If you still want to send a plant, consider that folks that are sensitive might also be sensitive to the soil since there are often fungi, etc. in that.

I would just include something like: Thinking about you and/or praying for you.

I think green plants are beautiful and can be enjoyed longer than most other arrangements. I'm sure whatever you decide it will be "right".

One of my dear friends lost her battle with breast cancer in her 30's. One thing I have done with friends (and their families) in similar situations is do a care basket. In it I include a roll of quarters (for vending machines), peanut butter crackers, nuts, hard candy of some type, mints, a magazine, a box of soft kleenex, and some fruit that doesn't spoil easily (usually oranges and/or apples). I arrange them in the basket and take it to them. It has always been received well and appreciated. It's not so much for the person who is ill but for those who are taking care of that person who might need a little pick me up. The card can be thinking of you or an encouragement card of some kind. I have also used blank note cards and written in them if that was more appropriate.

Blessings to you as you minister to your friend!

L.

How about calling and asking if there is anything they need, like someone to feed the dog, or give a ride to the hospital, do some errands? Often times there is so much to be done that they need help with so as to have time to be with family at such a difficult time. Even a gift card for gas might help.

I would suggest sending a fruit basket or edible fruit arrangement instead of a flower arrangement. You could send this to the home address. Also, a simple "Thinking of you" would be appropriate.

I have an online flower and gift basket store with a variety of gifts. You can check it out at www.mylabellabaskets.com/tamii.html .

Blessings and prayers for your friend and her uncle.

Tami

A plant at home with a note saying something like this: Thinking of you during this difficult time. If there is anything I can do please call. Love, .....

Make a donation to his favorite charity or the organization of his disease (cancer, heart, etc.) in his honor/memory.