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The increasing number of elderly people in Yogyakarta City demands the provision of an inclusive environment that supports the welfare of the elderly. This study aims to assess the suitability of Yogyakarta City for the concept of an elderly-friendly city based on seven main variables: green open space, public transportation, pedestrian facilities, health services, social support, elderly-friendly intergenerational interactions, and advocacy for the basic rights of the elderly. The research used a quantitative approach with observation and questionnaire methods to elderly people in all sub-districts in Yogyakarta City. The data were analyzed using a Guttman scale to determine the level of suitability of each variable. The results showed that overall Yogyakarta City is classified as “suitable” for the concept of an elderly-friendly city, with a total score of 5.32 out of a maximum scale of 6.80. Four variables meet the suitability criteria, namely public transportation, health services, social support, and intergenerational interaction. Meanwhile, the other three variables are still not fully suitable and require improvement. This study recommends improvements in these three aspects so that the implementation of the concept of an elderly-friendly city in Yogyakarta City can be more optimal and sustainable.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of social service management in handling neglected elderly in Medan City. The phenomenon of neglected elderly has become a complex social problem along with the increasing number of elderly population and changes in family structure in urban areas. Medan City as the third largest metropolitan city in Indonesia faces challenges in providing optimal social services for neglected elderly. This study uses a qualitative research method with a library research approach. Data collection was carried out through a literature review of various relevant library sources, including scientific journals, books, research reports, policy documents, and official publications of related agencies. Data analysis used content analysis techniques to identify patterns and themes related to the effectiveness of social service management for neglected elderly. The results of the study indicate that social service management in Medan City has not been fully effective in handling neglected elderly. In terms of planning, there are still limitations in mapping and recording neglected elderly data. In terms of organization, coordination between agencies is still weak. Program implementation faces constraints of budget and human resource limitations. The monitoring and evaluation system has not been running optimally. Supporting factors include local government commitment, availability of regulations, and community participation. While inhibiting factors include budget constraints, lack of professional staff, and minimal cross-sector coordination. This study recommends the need to strengthen the social service management system through increasing human resource capacity, optimizing the budget, and strengthening cross-sector coordination to improve the effectiveness of handling the elderly in Medan City.

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that in 2030 there will be around 1.2 billion women over 50 years old, as many as 30-40% will experience overnutritional status. The purpose of this counseling is to educate the public about the importance of consuming balanced nutrition in the elderly and the handling of menopausal disorders, especially in RW 05 Babakan Village, Ciseeng District. The method carried out is the lecture method with booklet media. The target of this counseling is 67 elderly people. The results of the balanced nutrition knowledge questionnaire were from the pretest as many as 54 people (80.6%) had insufficient knowledge and the posttest as many as 56 people (83.6%) understood balanced nutrition well. Meanwhile, the results of the questionnaire obtained from knowledge about menopausal disorders, namely pretest as many as 51 people (76.1%) had poor knowledge and the results of the posttest 58 people (86.6%) had good knowledge about menopause. The results of the test were T = – 10.874 and p value = 0.000 (<0.05) in the pretest and posttest of balanced nutrition and T – 10.530 and p value = 0.000 (<0.05) in the pretest and posttest of menopause. The conclusion shows that there is an influence of balanced nutrition education and menopausal disorders on the knowledge of elderly mothers.

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that cardiovascular disease and hypertension rank as the second most prevalent health conditions among the elderly, following arthritis. These conditions affect 15.2% of a surveyed population of 1,203 individuals. In response to this, the present study seeks to enhance the knowledge of Fertile Age Couples (PUS) and older adults about hypertension prevention and management. The method employed involves in-person counseling supported by educational tools such as booklets and leaflets. The effectiveness of the intervention was assessed through pre-tests and post-tests, each comprising 10 questions. Findings revealed that, prior to counseling, 11 out of 30 participants (36.7%), selected through total sampling, demonstrated good knowledge. Following the intervention, this figure rose to 26 individuals (86.7%), reflecting an 18.28% increase. Moreover, the p-value recorded was <0.000, signifying a statistically significant impact of the educational intervention on improving hypertension awareness among PUS and the elderly. Overall, the study confirms the success of the intervention in raising awareness and understanding of hypertension, which may help lower its occurrence within the targeted population.

An online video application specifically designed for the elderly, with a focus on ease of use and fulfillment of entertainment and hobby needs. Common problems of the elderly related to cognitive decline, loneliness, and difficulty adapting to technology are the background to the design of this application. The research method used is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a prototyping model. The design process includes creating a process flow diagram, Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD) for database modeling, and an intuitive user interface (UI) design. The results of this study are in the form of an application prototype that includes a login feature (with a no-registration option for the elderly), a homepage with favorite video categories, an interactive search feature, a search results page, and a video player interface with simple interaction options such as like. The interface design prioritizes minimalist aesthetics and navigation that is easy for the elderly to understand. It is hoped that this application can provide alternative entertainment, reduce loneliness, and improve knowledge and decision-making for the elderly through relevant video content.

Hypertension is a disease that does not show symptoms or complaints. However, if detected at an advanced stage of the disease, it can result in disability or death. Hypertension is increasing, especially in the elderly group, known as the Silent Killer disease (Ministry of Health, 2019). In Indonesia and in several countries in the world, hypertension has become a major health problem, where the increase in hypertension cases is estimated to increase by around 80%, especially in developing countries in 2025 from 639 million cases in 2000, and is estimated to increase to 1.5 billion cases in 2025 (Hakim L., 2019). Increasing public awareness can be done through promotive and preventive efforts by conducting early detection of routine blood pressure measurements and compliance in taking medication routinely (Astutiatmaja, 2022). The purpose of this community service activity is to increase the knowledge of the elderly about controlling and treating hypertension to prevent the risk of complications of other degenerative diseases due to hypertension and as an evaluation to increase the knowledge of the elderly to maintain health in old age so that complications of the disease can be prevented in improving the quality of life of the elderly

Hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases among the elderly and serves as a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. The management of hypertension not only relies on medical interventions but also requires active community participation, particularly from elderly health cadres. The objective of this activity is to empower elderly health cadres in the management of hypertension through education, training, and mentoring. The methods used include health education sessions, blood pressure measurement training, the development of monitoring schedules, and the distribution of educational leaflets. The results of the activity showed an increase in the knowledge of elderly cadres about hypertension, improved skills in blood pressure measurement, and a strengthened commitment to regularly monitor elderly individuals with hypertension. This initiative is expected to reduce the incidence of hypertension-related complications and enhance the quality of life of the elderly in Bangun Rejo Village

The correctional system in Indonesia faces challenges with the increasing number of elderly prisoners with special needs, especially in terms of health, psychology, and social aspects. This study aims to identify adaptation strategies used by elderly prisoners in Tangerang Class I Prison using a qualitative approach through interviews, observations, and documentation analysis. The results showed that elderly prisoners adapt by building social relationships, participating in rehabilitation programs, and relying on support from officers. Psychological factors such as self-acceptance and mental resilience play an important role in this process. However, limited health facilities and the lack of special programs for the elderly are major obstacles. This study is expected to be the basis for developing more inclusive correctional policies to improve the welfare of elderly prisoners during their sentence.      

Anemia in the elderly often occured chronically. Attention to anemia in the elderly is very lacking compared to women of childbearing age. The condition of the elderly is usually degenerative and food intake decreases, causing the condition of their body protein to decrease. Albumin protein in the elderly is still very much needed to affect the brain, bone and muscle mass, immune system, metabolism, and health of hair, skin, and nails. The purpose of utilizing local wisdom materials in the form of a combination of moringa leaf powder and snakehead fish has social and economic impacts. The elderly who have received this nutrition will improve their health. The activity method is the lecture method, discussion and coercion, and is applied directly by giving drinks to the elderly. Results of community service activities. The elderly experienced an increase in Hemoglobin after being given a combination of moringa leaf powder and snakehead fish by an average of 2 gr% and blood protein of 1.1 g dl before and after being given a combination of moringa leaf powder and snakehead fish.

Elderly individuals living in nursing homes often face psychological challenges such as loneliness, loss of social roles, and limited interaction with family members. This qualitative study aims to explore how nursing home staff perceive the psychological well-being of the elderly based on Ryff’s six dimensions: self-acceptance, positive relations with others, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and personal growth. A qualitative approach was employed using in-depth interviews with two permanent staff members at Panti Werdha Harapan Ibu, Semarang, who were purposively selected based on their involvement in elderly care. Data were collected through open-ended interviews guided by Ryff’s scale indicators and analyzed thematically. The results indicate that the elderly are able to accept their condition, build warm social relationships, maintain a level of independence in daily activities, and successfully adapt to the nursing home environment. They also show enthusiasm in participating in various activities and a willingness to continue personal development. These findings suggest that the psychological well-being of the elderly in nursing homes is largely influenced by social support from staff and fellow residents, as well as structured activities that foster a sense of purpose and meaning in life. The implications of this study highlight the vital role of nursing home staff as key agents in maintaining and enhancing the psychological well-being of the elderly through a personal, warm, and humanistic approach.

This study aims to understand the factors that influence elderly satisfaction in a nursing home environment, focusing on social, physical and psychosocial aspects. Through a qualitative approach, data was collected from in-depth interviews with residents and direct observation at the nursing home, which was then thematically analyzed. The results showed that harmonious social relationships with fellow residents and staff play a crucial role in increasing the sense of security, respect and acceptance of the elderly. In addition, a clean and comfortable physical environment supports their well-being, while the various activities provided help maintain mental and physical health. These findings emphasize the importance of building a family atmosphere and paying attention to the holistic needs of the elderly to improve their quality of life in nursing homes.

Indonesia is known as an archipelago located on the Ring of Fire, which is the confluence of three major tectonic plates, namely Indo Australia, Eurasia and the Pacific. This causes Indonesia to be an area at risk of experiencing various kinds of natural disasters. The elderly are one of the groups of people who are most vulnerable to the high psychological impact of natural disasters. Resilience in times of crisis is an important psychological ability in individuals, especially the elderly, because it is expected to make individuals strong and able to adapt to changes in conditions that occur in their lives. elderly, because it is expected to make individuals strong and able to adapt to changes in conditions that occur well. Resilience is a personal trait that refers to positive adaptation and reducing negative influences and stressors so that individuals can improve mentally and maintain their health despite experiencing severe problems. The purpose of this study is to determine and explore various images of resilience and to find out the importance of resilience for the elderly in dealing with disasters. The method used in this research is the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method where the literature related to the research will be analyzed and synthesized. The results and conclusions of this study are that the many types of natural disasters that occur in Indonesia make people from every group, especially the elderly, have resilience. The literature analyzed is literature published on Google Scholar, ISSN standardized and published between 2019 and 2024. The number of literature analyzed in this study was 8 literature.  The results of this study are a description of the resilience of the elderly consisting of several categories / levels of resilience, things that affect resilience, how the elderly adjust, and elderly preparedness for natural disasters. In addition, this study concluded that resilience is important for the elderly to deal with natural disasters.

Old age is a challenging phase of life, characterized by physical, social and psychological changes that often affect the emotional well-being of the elderly. Loneliness, loss of meaning in life, and prolonged stress are often experienced, especially by those living in nursing homes. One effective approach to overcome this is reminiscence therapy, which is an activity of remembering and retelling past experiences. This study uses a qualitative approach with phenomenological methods to explore how memories of youth can be a source of emotional strength for the elderly. In-depth interviews were conducted with several elderly people in nursing homes. The results revealed that reminiscing about the past had a positive impact on their psychological state. Three main themes were found: (1) memories of youth foster happiness and nostalgia, (2) life achievements foster a sense of pride and self-identity, and (3) life value is gained through social relationships, spirituality, and acceptance. This process strengthens the emotional resilience of the elderly and improves quality of life. Thus, reminiscing about the past is not just nostalgia, but an important psychosocial intervention. Reminiscence therapy is recommended to be implemented routinely as part of efforts to improve the mental well-being of older adults in nursing homes.

The Elderly Posyandu plays a very important role in maintaining the health and quality of life of the elderly in the community. Family support plays a crucial role in encouraging the activity of the elderly to visit the elderly posyandu. The objective of this study is to determine the relationship between family support and elderly visits to the elderly posyandu in Environment 2, Pandu Village, Bunaken District, Manado City. The research uses a descriptive-analytical design with a cross-sectional method. The sample in this study consisted of 44 respondents using purposive sampling technique. Data collection on family support and posyandu visits was conducted using a questionnaire, and analyzed using the chi-square statistical test. The results of the study on family support showed that the most common type of family support was in the good category, with 26 respondents (59.1%), while the most frequent type of posyandu visits was in the active category, with 23 respondents (52.3%). The chi-square test result showed a p-value of 0.000, where < α 0.05. Conclusion there is The relationship between family support and elderly visits at the elderly posyandu in Environment 2, Pandu Village, Bunaken District, Manado City.

The elderly stage is characterized by complex physical, psychological, and social changes, often leading to a decline in bodily functions and limitations in daily activities. This condition frequently results in older adults becoming highly dependent on assistance from others, including family members and caregivers in nursing homes. This study aims to understand the changes in bodily functions experienced by older adults and to identify factors that accelerate or worsen these processes, particularly among those residing in nursing homes. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach, involving three older adult participants and one caregiver at Harapan Ibu Nursing Home. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed descriptively to illustrate patterns of functional decline and influencing factors. The main findings indicate that older adults experience decreased mobility, muscle strength, motor function, as well as impairments in vision and hearing. However, those who remain active in daily activities and receive environmental support demonstrate better levels of independence and quality of life. The study concludes that the decline in bodily functions among older adults is a natural process that can be slowed through physical activity, social support, and a supportive environment, enabling them to maintain a meaningful and independent life despite limitations.

Objective: to evaluate the effectiveness of the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) examination in improving balance and preventing the risk of falls in the elderly. The elderly are an age group that is vulnerable to decreased body function, one of which is balance disorders that can increase the risk of falls. Falls in the elderly can have serious impacts such as injury, decreased quality of life, and even death. Balance examination and evaluation are very important to prevent the risk of falls. One of the effective and widely used measuring tools is the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), which assesses balance ability through 14 functional activity items. This study aims to evaluate the role of BBS in detecting balance disorders and as a basis for physiotherapy interventions to improve postural stability in the elderly. The results of the study indicate that periodic use of BBS can help identify elderly people with high risk of falls and monitor balance progress after intervention. Thus, BBS is an important tool in fall prevention strategies and improving the quality of life of the elderly. Conclusion: the use of the Berg Balance Scale is not only effective in assessing balance status, but also as a tool for monitoring the results of physiotherapy interventions in the elderly. Periodic use of BBS is recommended as part of a fall prevention program in health care facilities or elderly communities.

The increasing number of elderly people living in nursing homes is an important concern, given that their psychosocial and spiritual needs are often not optimally met. This study aims to analyze the life satisfaction of elderly people living in Omega Nursing Home in Semarang City. The main reason for this research is to understand in depth how the elderly make meaning of their lives and the satisfaction of life that has passed before, in situations that are often far from family and meaningful activities. This study used a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach, and involved 5 elderly participants selected through purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, then analyzed descriptively through the process of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that the level of life satisfaction of the elderly varied greatly and was influenced by past experiences, acceptance of current conditions, expectations for the future, and the views of others. Some seniors showed resignation, regret and loneliness, while others felt comfortable, grateful and retained a zest for life. The main findings suggest that social relationships, spirituality, and communication with family are key determinants in shaping older adults' life satisfaction. This study emphasizes the important role of the nursing home in facilitating activities that build the social and spiritual relationships of the elderly, as well as the need to improve communication between the elderly and their families. The study suggests that elderly services should not only focus on physical needs, but also on psychosocial dimensions and self-actualization, to support the overall well-being of the elderly.

When someone enters old age, symptoms such as senility or difficulty remembering new information often appear. This condition is known as dementia, a syndrome characterized by decreased cognitive function, behavioral changes, memory impairment, disorientation, and difficulty communicating and making decisions. This community service program aims to provide information and understanding about how to handle dementia that can be done at home. Activities are carried out through a counseling method consisting of a pre-test, education, and post-test, using leaflets and questionnaires containing questions to measure the level of understanding of participants. The results of the counseling showed an increase in participant knowledge, as seen from the comparison of the graph between the pre-test and post-test results. Education accompanied by brain gymnastics practices has been shown to have a positive impact on increasing participants' understanding of dementia and how to handle it. It is hoped that this counseling will continue to provide benefits to participants and can be applied in everyday life.

Elderly in the Nurul Iman Islamic Boarding School for the Elderly often face emotional challenges such as feelings of marginalization, loss of purpose, difficulty accepting declining health, loss of a spouse or loved ones, and unpreparedness for death. If these feelings are continuously dwelled upon, they can lead to stress. The aim of this study is to describe the stress coping mechanisms of the elderly residing at the Nurul Iman Islamic Boarding School for the Elderly in Karanganyar. The research method used is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. The research location is at the Nurul Iman Islamic Boarding School for the Elderly in Karanganyar, located at Ngablak RT 01 RW 09, Papahan, Tasikmadu District, Karanganyar Regency. The subjects of this study are 3 individuals selected using purposive sampling technique. Data collection was conducted through interviews and observations. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that the elderly apply stress coping using emotion-focused coping. Furthermore, the subjects continue to strive to live their lives by accepting fate and being grateful for whatever happens. The subjects have formed new social groups at the Nurul Iman Islamic Boarding School for the Elderly in Karanganyar, engaging in activities such as religious study sessions, dhikr, and reading Iqro or the Quran. The conditions experienced by the subjects have enhanced their religiosity.

The decline in balance and flexibility is a common issue among the elderly, increasing the risk of falls and injuries. This community service activity aimed to raise awareness and knowledge among the elderly in Celep Village about the importance of balance and flexibility exercises through physiotherapy education. The methods used included the delivery of educational materials, distribution of leaflets, exercise demonstrations, and pre- and post-tests to measure knowledge improvement. The results showed a significant increase in participants’ understanding across all indicators, with post-test scores exceeding 96%. This activity demonstrates that simple, self-administered education and exercises are effective in improving elderly awareness of the importance of maintaining body balance and flexibility. This intervention is expected to be implemented sustainably to support the quality of life in the elderly.