8 Dollar Tree Items Retirees Need To Buy Ahead of Winter
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Heather Taylor
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The winter season brings with it chilly weather, holidays to celebrate and opportunities to save money if you’re shopping at Dollar Tree. No matter what your retirement budget looks like, Dollar Tree has everything you need to celebrate the season and get ready for the New Year.
Take a look at our eight picks for retirees to shop at Dollar Tree before winter arrives. Plus, here are the top five Old Navy essentials smart seniors are stocking up on.
Assorted Poinsettia and Berry Garlands
- Price: $3
Need a new holiday garland this year? The poinsettia and berry garlands are worth the money for a few reasons.
Not only are they slightly cheaper than other garland options, but retirees are singing their praises with five-star reviews. According to reviewers, these garlands are beautiful to use for displays and are made from high-quality materials.
Royal Norfolk Gold-Rimmed Stoneware Mug
- Price: $1.50
Sip your favorite hot drinks in style in a gold-rimmed stoneware mug. These elegant mugs look much more expensive than their $1.50 price tag lets on.
Carmex Classic Lip Balm
- Price: $1.50
Protect lips from the dry winter weather with Carmex classic lip balm. Each medicated lip balm is formulated with SPF 15 and small enough to fit in glove compartments, handbags and coat pockets.
Dove Men’s Care Moisturizer
- Price: $1.25
Hydrate face, hands and body using Dove men’s care moisturizer. This moisturizer is a hit with retiree reviewers and is priced low enough to make stocking up extremely affordable.
Ready In Case Daytime Cold & Flu Relief
- Price: $1.25
The reviews are in, and shoppers agree that Ready In Case daytime liquid cold and flu relief is effective and a lot cheaper than major name brands. Use it to relieve aches, fever, sore throat and more cold symptoms.
Snugadoo Adult Soft Socks
- Price: $1.50
Keep your feet toasty all winter in a pair of Snugadoo soft socks. These socks fit most adults and come in a variety of colors to choose from.
Flameglow Hanging Lantern
- Price: $7
The flameglow hanging lanterns aren’t as seasonal as they initially appear. Technically, retirees can reuse these lanterns throughout the year.
“If you open the backing, the holiday floral can be removed. And I love that the on-off switch is on the bottom. No need to remove the lantern from the wall,” wrote B4ZDawn in a five-star review.
2026 Planners
- Price: $2
Save the dates for next year’s deadlines, travel plans and adventures in a 2026 planner. Every page outlines a full week, Monday through Sunday, and includes notes on upcoming observed holidays.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of November 17, 2025, and are subject to change.
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