Perception, attitude and lifestyle of elderly females towards old-age living in old age home and within the family: A comparative cross-sectional study in the rural area of Kollam District, Kerala

Authors

  • Rakesh M Postgraduate, Department of Community Medicine, JSS Medical college, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru
  • Sunil Kumar D MD, PHD, Professor & HOD
  • Deepika Yadav MPH, PHD Scholar
  • Annaram Ravali MBBS, Post graduate
  • Lekha Shree A MBBS, Postgraduate

Keywords:

Dependence, old age, institutionalized, family, elderly

Abstract

BACKGROUND
Senior citizens over the age of 55 are approaching retirement with optimism. Their bodies may have aged but their minds remain agile and ready to embark on new adventures and take on new challenges. This study helps in providing a better understanding of the elderly citizens in our country. The aim of the study was to compare the health status of elderly women residing in old age homes with those living within family environment

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Published

2024-02-07

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 3 (2023): Global Journal of Medicine & Public Health

Section

Articles