6 Dollar Tree Items Retirees Should Stock Up On Before Winter Hits

Colder weather is coming, and it’s time to start stockpiling for the winter. As the chilly season approaches, retirees can and should head to Dollar Tree to stock up inexpensive essentials.

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It’s always a good idea to be prepared – especially when the weather turns. Here are six Dollar Tree items worth grabbing before the cold sets in.

Winter means hot cocoa, milky coffees and all sorts of creamy drinks. Keeping shelf-stable milk alternatives on hand is smart for all of your tasty cold-weather beverages.

Marcel’s Modern Pantry Oat Milk is an excellent option, providing a dairy-free, plant-based milk that’s perfect for hot beverages, cereal or cooking. At just $1.25 for 32 ounces, it’s an affordable way to ensure you always have “milk” available, even if snow keeps you housebound.

One satisfied customer, Tkat, shared: “I like it! I use it in my coffee and other drinks. It’s easy to sweeten and apparently healthy. I love that it’s shelf stable. As long as it’s cold, it tastes good to me!”

Wintertime is gifting time, and these extra-large bags are perfect for holiday gift-giving. At 13×18 inches with a 4-inch gusset, they can accommodate sizeable presents. The holographic designs add a festive touch, and the attached blank gift tag is very convenient.

A reviewer named Bandzrlife noted: “Like most people I thought since it’s from the dollar store you get what you pay for but that’s not how it turned out. […] Once it was all in the bag it was stretched and heavy so I was pretty scared it would break but it didn’t so long story short it’s both cheap and good quality.”

At just $5 each, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better deal on plush throws than the ones at Dollar Tree. They’re soft, cozy and on so snuggly for a cold winter’s night.

As many retirees know, it’s easy to feel cold all time when you get older so throw blankets in every room is a must. These are 50×60 inches, so they’re large enough to fully cover you while watching TV, reading a book or just staring at the fireplace – a real one or the streaming one on Netflix!

Plus, with such a large variety of colors and patterns, you can easily find one (or five!) to match your taste and style.

These flameless candles are perfect for creating a cozy ambiance without the fire hazard of real candles. They’re especially useful during winter power outages. The LED flame provides a realistic flicker effect, and the real wax exterior makes them look authentic.

Toni571, a satisfied customer, wrote: “I bought 25 of these last year to use for centerpieces I made for a work function. A year later and they all still work. […] all the bulbs in mine are yellow.”

Winter often brings colds and allergies, making tissues a must-have. This 3-pack of travel-sized Kleenex are perfect for keeping in pockets, purses or car glove compartments. Each pack contains 10 tissues, and you get three packs for just $1.25.

One reviewer, daniela172, commented: “If you have kids, you absolutely need to have tissues readily available. I always keep [these] small ‘on the go’ packs in my car. They come in super handy while we are out. During cold season, I’ll also throw a pack in my pocket when we are out and about. The tissues are soft, yet they hold up well for the intended use.”

As a retiree, one of the joys of winter is spending time with grandchildren. These cheap and adorable Toddler and Children’s Winter Slippers from Dollar Tree are a perfect addition to your winter prep list. At just $1.25 per pair, you can get the kiddos in your life a pair or two. 

For grandparents on a fixed income, these slippers are such a great gift – one that is thoughtful, useful and affordable. They’re especially handy to have around if you’re planning to host family gatherings during the holiday season.

Nothing says “welcome to grandma’s house” like a pair of warm, fuzzy slippers!