Models of Welfares for the Elderly a Case Study of Nongkungsri Municipality, Nongkungsri District,Kalasin Province

Abstract

This research aimed to study the procedures, operation, problems, and development guidelines of the management of the welfare of elderly persons a Case Study of Nongkungsri Municipality, Nongkungsri District,Kalasin Province. by means of in-depth interview and focus group discussion. The study involves people in the community including government officers and executives, and people comprising the community leaders, the community welfare fund committees and elderly persons. The study found that: The  most common way to manage the welfare for the elderly persons were paid allowances and trained in health care programs, in order. Problems that were found in the welfare management of the elderly were the lacks of health benefits, revenue, recreation, social and family stability, and security. Models of Social Welfares that were identified were mental care which included the establishment of a senior citizen’s club for participation in activities.