Teach them Bryce!!!!  :)  I seem to do ok being legally blind.  :)   

Definately stay away from baskets and more knitting.  The ideas for maming wood things are great.  About the pets...call your local animal shelter and ask if they can bring some over for 'Pet Night'.  We used to have those in my university dormitory.  They always made a good time. 

Do these people have access to computers?  There may be classes for seniors in your area that could come and teach about email and some simple things.  They can show them the accessibility features.  

Tell her to keep up the good work.