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The elderly are a vulnerable group to experience decreased physical and cognitive function, such as hypertension and dementia, which can affect their quality of life. The Activity Therapy Program aims to improve the well-being of the elderly through laughter therapy, listening to music, and playing guess the word. The method used is group dynamics, which involves fun activities to stimulate the cognitive and social of the elderly. This activity is expected to increase social interaction, sensory stimulation, and improve the cognitive function of the elderly. The implementation of therapy was carried out involving 60 elderly people, with stages that included orientation, work, and termination. Evaluations showed that 60% of participants actively participated in laughter and guess therapy, as well as being able to express their feelings. This program has shown success in improving the quality of life of the elderly by encouraging them to be more active and social. In conclusion, TAK can be an effective solution to improve the quality of life of the elderly through physical and cognitive stimulation. It is recommended that this program be carried out regularly to maintain the memory and social health of the elderly.

Introduction hypertension is a condition where blood pressure increases beyond normal limits. normal blood pressure limits vary according to age. Hypertension gymnastics is a sport whose one aim is to increase blood flow and oxygen supply to the active muscles and skeleton, especially to the heart muscle. The purpose of this hypertension exercise is to increase the knowledge of the elderly in the Tresna Werdha Budi Mulia 2 social institution regarding hypertension exercise to reduce blood pressure. The method used is by socializing and providing counseling and displaying posters containing the steps in hypertension exercise. The health counseling was held on Thursday, June 8 2023. The population in this counseling were the elderly in the Tresna Werdha Budi Mulia 2 Social Institution. After carrying out Health Education on hypertension exercises, the results (100%) were that the elderly in the Tresna Werdha Budi Mulia 2 Social Institution understood, understand and be able to give an example of how hypertension exercises to lower blood pressure.