LEVEL OF ELDERLY INDEPENDENCE AT TRESNA WERDHA SOCIAL ORIGINAL BENGKULU

Abstract

Elderly are individuals aged 60 years and over. As you get older, in the Elderly phase, an individual will feel various biological changes. One of the problems experienced by the elderly is the setback in carrying out daily activities to fulfill the needs of their lives independently such as cleaning themselves, dressing, eating, moving and toileting. The elderly at the Tresna Wherda Social Institution live accompanied by nurses and other caretakers to check their health.

This study aims to determine the level of independence of the elderly at the Tresna Wherda Social Home in Bengkulu City using descriptive research methods. The population in this study were 72 people and the number of samples was 67 respondents using total sampling technique. Data collection was done by using a questionnaire.

The results showed that the level of independence in the elderly was mostly in the independent category of 75% and the most elderly age range was at the age of 70-79 years 51%.

Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the elderly at the Tresna Wherda Social Home in Bengkulu City are in the independent category. For the elderly who are independent, it is hoped that they can improve their ability to maintain health and independence in daily activities.