The air is turning crisp, and before you know it, the days will turn cold. You’ll have to monitor the weather report for ice and snow. These parts of winter aren’t exactly fun for everyone — it can’t always be hot cocoa and chestnuts roasting on an open fire, sadly — but for seniors, preparing for winter is essential.
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To protect their homes and themselves, while also finding ways to stay entertained during the long winter, seniors should shop for a few key items before the arctic season arrives. Fortunately, they can get much of what they’ll need to stock up on at a good price and in one location: Sam’s Club.
GOBankingRates gathered up some of the items under $35 that smart seniors should buy now for winter.
Canada Dry Winter Variety Pack: $17.28
Though many seniors won’t want to brave extremely cold temperatures to gather with friends, that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t have social lives. Entertaining at home can be a terrific option — but it means you’ve got to have tasty beverages on hand. These 12-packs of delicious Canada Dry ginger ale come in perfect winter flavors: cranberry, traditional ginger ale and blackberry. You’ll be able to delight guests with a variety of tastes by purchasing one package.
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Swanson Chicken Broth: $9.98
Winter is prime chicken soup season. And there’s nothing worse than deciding you want to make a pot, only to find there’s no chicken broth. Seniors who don’t want to make treks out to the store — especially in the dark — would be smart to have several boxes of chicken broth on hand. This six-pack of 32-ounce cartons from Swanson ensures you’ll never have to forgo warm soup on a cold night.
Scott 1000 1-Ply Toilet Paper 45 rolls: $30.48
If there’s one thing you don’t want to run out of in the middle of a snowstorm, it’s toilet paper. Savvy seniors load up on toilet paper during their Sam’s Club runs now. And they’ll get a terrific deal with this package from Scott, which offers 45 rolls — with 1,000 sheets per roll — for just over $30. Having confidence that you’ll be covered for your most crucial needs can allow you to relax and enjoy some cocoa during the snow.
Member’s Mark Vitamin D3 Softgels: $9.98
When the sun takes a hiatus during the gray days of winter, it’s easy for seniors to experience a dip in their vitamin D levels — which are crucial for keeping anyone healthy, regardless of age. To keep feeling good all winter long, stock up on these easy-to-consume vitamin D3 softgels from the trusted Sam’s Club Member’s Mark brand. Your doctor and your wallet will thank you.
Clorox Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes, Variety Pack: $18.78
During the winter, seniors want friends and family — especially those grandkids — to visit them. But they don’t want all the germs that come riding shotgun with their guests — especially those grandkids — so they’ll need to clean. A lot. With this variety pack of Clorox disinfecting wipes, they’ll get to enjoy a cleaner, less germ-ridden home while also saving money.
Editor’s note: Pricing is accurate as of Oct. 28, 2025. Pricing and availability are subject to change.
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