THE PROMOTING THE WELL-BEING OF THE ELDERLY IN URBAN COMMUNITIES IN BANGKOK
Keywords:
Promoting Health, Elderly People, Urban CommunityAbstract
This research aims to: 1. Study the context of community participation, 2. Identify appropriate activities, and 3. Propose suitable approaches to promote the well-being of elderly individuals in urban communities. The study is descriptive research employing qualitative data collection techniques. The primary research tool is a semi-structured interview. Data were gathered through interviews with 45 elderly individuals aged 60 and above, as well as 150 individuals aged 45-60 who are preparing for ageing. Content analysis was used to interpret the data.
The findings provide insights into community engagement, suitable activities, and strategies for enhancing elderly well-being, contributing to the development of sustainable and inclusive aging policies within urban areas. The research findings reveal that the urban community context affecting elderly well-being in Thailand includes: 1. community participation in creating an ecosystem suitable for the elderly, 2. the physical characteristics of urban environments impacting health, such as developing green spaces and organizing activities suited to limited spaces, and 3. accessible and comprehensive healthcare services. Health-promoting activities for the elderly in urban areas cover four aspects: 1. physical health, 2. mental and emotional well-being, 3. cognitive health, and
4. social health. The appropriate strategies for enhancing community participation in promoting elderly health include: 1. urban space management, 2. access to healthcare and welfare services, 3. support for social inclusion and community engagement, and 4. technology for the elderly.
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