I've got a suggestion for you guys out there - women, too. If the shoe fits, so to speak....
If you know someone who is afraid or unfamiliar with firearms, how about paying for them to take a Basic Pistol course? If you know someone ready to take the step away from victim status and toward personal responsibility, how about paying for a Personal Protection course?
Loving someone doesn't mean taking care of them - that's not anyone's responsiblity but the individual's. But if you can be a part of ensuring that your loved one is safer tomorrow than they were today, that has to be a priceless gift for both of you.
If you live in Michigan, you can look here for a certified instructor - other states, check here.