What's Hot informs and stimulates with monthly in-depth articles on diabetic health topics. If your friend lives in a cold climate think of warm gloves, thermal socks, cashmere scarves, or warm hats. These will keep the winter breezes out and the stress on organs lower.
Exercise machines are welcome.
Make sure you select an appropriate one in terms of space needed and skills. Hire a personal trainer for a number of sessions. There is no better way of saying 'I love you and want you to live a long life' than to share good health. No personal trainer, try a membership at a health club. If the person with diabetes needs to be in contact with others because of health issues, think of a cell phone or pager.