Dukungan Keluarga dalam Kemampuan Melakukan Aktivitas Sehari-Hari pada Lansia di Posyandu Lansia Desa Perumnas Simalingkar

Abstract

When someone is 60 years and older, They will experience a slow physical change that causes them a high risk of developing diseases such as hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, uric acid, cholesterol and family dependence. To identify family support in the ability to do daily activities for the elderly at the elderly Posyandu, Simalingkar Village, which includes 4 dimensions, emotional support, information support, instrumental support, and award support. The type of research used is quantitative with a descriptive approach. The sampling technique used in this study is total sampling and 81 respondents obtained that match the criteria. Family support was measured using pre-used questionnaires in previous valid and reliable researchers. Data retrieval techniques are conducted by interview. There are 47 people who are valid respondents' total data collection obstacles. The results showed that 95.8% of respondents were categorized as good at daily activities and 4.2% in moderate categories. Based on the results of this study, the elderly have good support from their families, and are active in doing daily activities both indoors and outdoors, such as: socializing with peers, sewing, gardening, participating in religious activities. For respondents with sufficient categories, it is hoped that families will provide support to improve the ability of the elderly to carry out daily activities.