A STUDY THE GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPING AND PROMOTING THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF THE ELDERLY OF THE ELDERLY CLUB. IN THE TRANG MUNICIPALITY, TRANG PROVINCE

Abstract

          The objectives of this research article were to 1) study the quality of life of the elderly of the Geriatric Club and 2) study the guidelines for promoting the quality of life of the elderly club. In the municipality of Trang Trang province according to independent variables This research established a hybrid research model. It consists of quantitative research. Data were collected using the 132 elderly population questionnaire members of the elderly club in Trang Municipality, Trang Province and qualitative research. Data were collected by in - depth interviews. The quantitative data were analyzed by 9 key informants.   The statistics were used for percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Qualitative data analysis section Data analysis was performed using descriptive analysis techniques. The results of the research were as follows: 1) Quality of life of the elderly club in Trang Municipality, Trang Province through various activities organized by the elderly club, including 3 aspects at high level (μ = 3.79) When considering each aspect, it was found that the psychological level had the highest mean (μ = 3.76), followed by the physical (μ = 3.70). Have the lowest average (μ = 3.67) 2) Guidelines for promoting the quality of life of the elderly in the physical elderly club The municipality should provide a variety of physical activities such as muscle exercise, walking, light sports, etc. Age should have entered the temple on the day of the Buddha. To listen to the sermon Bring a tiffin to the monks Learn about the principles and social relations. Should attend various merit - making festivals, religious ceremonies, which are activities that can bring the elderly closer to each other.