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Latar Belakang: Osteoartritis (OA) lutut merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan utama pada lansia yang menyebabkan nyeri dan keterbatasan fungsi gerak. Di wilayah pesisir Kalimantan Timur, akses terhadap layanan fisioterapi masih terbatas. Tujuan: Mengoptimalkan manajemen nyeri dan peningkatan fleksibilitas melalui intervensi fisioterapi berupa stretching dan Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) pada lansia dengan OA lutut. Metode: Program pengabdian masyarakat ini menggunakan desain pre-test dan post-test yang melibatkan tiga lansia di Posbindu pesisir. Intervensi dilakukan secara rutin selama beberapa minggu, dengan pengukuran nyeri menggunakan Visual Analog Scale (VAS) dan fleksibilitas menggunakan Sit and Reach Test. Hasil: Terjadi penurunan nyeri rata-rata sebesar 3 poin VAS dan peningkatan fleksibilitas 2–5 cm pada Sit and Reach Test. Kesimpulan: Intervensi stretching dan TENS efektif dalam menurunkan nyeri dan meningkatkan fungsi gerak lansia dengan OA lutut. Program ini menunjukkan bahwa layanan fisioterapi berbasis komunitas di Posbindu merupakan pendekatan yang efisien, aplikatif, dan berkelanjutan di wilayah dengan keterbatasan layanan kesehatan.

Elderly is someone who has reached the age of 60 years and above, the menu is not a disease, but a continuous process that results in cumulative changes, is a process of decreasing the body's resistance in dealing with stimuli from within and outside the body. This study aims to systematically review and analyze various scientific literature related to the effect of nutritional intake on the nutritional status of the elderly, as well as the role of the family in meeting the nutritional needs of the elderly. The effects of malnutrition are also evident in social institutions such as nursing homes, where suboptimal nutritional management can improve malnutrition conditions. In other words, malnutrition has a negative impact on the biological, psychological, and social aspects of the elderly. Therefore, a holistic and integrated approach is needed to overcome this problem, including through educational interventions for families, psychological assistance, strict nutritional supervision, and support from a sustainable health service system.

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.

Hypercholesterolemia is one of the health problems that is often experienced by the elderly and has a major impact on their quality of life, especially because it increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disorders. This condition often does not show symptoms, but the process of atherosclerosis can develop slowly and cause serious complications if not treated early. The Community Service Program (PKM) implemented at Panti Werdha Hana aims to increase awareness among the elderly of the importance of early detection of Cholesterol and High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) levels as part of efforts to prevent heart disease. This activity applies the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) approach, including total cholesterol and HDL examinations using the Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) method, as well as interactive education about risk factors and healthy lifestyles. The results of the activity showed that out of 76 participants, 38 people (50%) had total cholesterol levels above normal, while 22 people (28.95%) had low or very low HDL levels. Early detection through screening has proven effective in identifying cardiovascular risks earlier and providing a basis for timely medical and educational interventions. Through this activity, it is hoped that the elderly can understand their health conditions better and take preventive steps to maintain lipid levels within normal limits, to improve the quality of life and reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications in the future.

Hypertension is one of the health problems that are often experienced by the elderly. This is caused by various factors such as an unhealthy lifestyle, an unbalanced diet, and a lack of physical activity. Hypertension can result in stroke, heart disease, kidney disorders, and can even result in death. The elderly need to know how to prevent hypertension. The number of elderly people in Borisallo Village, Parangloe District, Gowa Regency is around 310 people (10.75%). The partner in the PKM of the Assisted Village is Borisallo Village which fosters the elderly in its area. Based on the problems faced by partners, the PKM service program of the Assisted Villages that is expected to be a solution is (1) Education on the prevention of hypertension in the elderly (Elderly), (2) Blood pressure checks in the elderly in Borisallo Village. This activity is financed by the UMI Waqf Foundation.  The results of the implementation of PKM in the Assisted Villages (1) Counseling on the prevention of hypertension in the elderly community has been carried out at the Borisallo Village Hall which was attended by 15 elderly people, (2) Then continued with a hypertension examination showing that in general, the blood pressure of the elderly community in Borisallo Village, Parangloe District, Gowa Regency, is still normal unless there are as many as 2 (20%). It is recommended to have comprehensive and periodic health checks on the elderly, not only hypertension, but more comprehensive, including mental health, so that the health status of the elderly can be known

The elderly group (elderly), aged 60-69 years, is part of the community that is vulnerable to various health problems, both physically, mentally, and socially. Untreated health problems can reduce the quality of life and become a burden for individuals and society. In Borisallo Village, Parangloe District, Gowa Regency, there are around 320 elderly residents. Through the Community Service (PKM) program of the Fostered Village in collaboration with the Borisallo Village Government and funded by the UMI Endowment Foundation, a series of activities were carried out to improve the quality of personal health of the elderly. The activity was carried out in November 2024 at the Borisallo Village Hall and included two main forms, namely: (1) elderly health checks covering blood glucose, cholesterol, uric acid, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight; and (2) counseling on the importance of maintaining overall health quality. Although only 15 participants registered for the counseling, the number of participants who attended exceeded expectations, indicating high enthusiasm from the community. The results of the examination showed that some elderly people required medical follow-up for further treatment. The program also emphasizes the importance of regular and continuous monitoring of the health of the elderly so that their condition can be monitored objectively and early intervention can be carried out. The activity took place in an atmosphere full of empathy, care, and a spirit of service that respects and loves 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

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

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.      

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.

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.

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.

One of the complementary therapy treatments that can be used for independent and natural interventions is foot hydrotherapy (warm water foot soak). Warm water foot soak therapy plus a mixture of salt is useful for blood pressure lowering therapy in hypertension. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of warm water foot soak therapy with a mixture of salt on lowering blood pressure in elderly hypertensive patients. The type of research is Quasy-experiment using one group pretest posttest design. The number of samples was 16 respondents taken using the Purposive Sampling technique. The results of the study showed that the average blood pressure before the warm water foot soak therapy with a mixture of salt was systolic 169.62 mmHg and diastolic 102.25 mmHg. The average blood pressure after the warm water foot soak therapy with a mixture of salt was systolic 143.12 mmHg and diastolic 91.88 mmHg. The results of the statistical test showed that there was an effect of warm water foot soak therapy mixed with salt on reducing blood pressure in elderly hypertensive patients in the Siulak Mukai Health Center Work Area in 2024 (p-value = 0.001).

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.