Active Ageing of Elderly Living in Residential Care Facilities in Malaysia
Journal Title: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Analysis - Year 2022, Vol 5, Issue 10
Abstract
The concept of active ageing has gained significance in aging due to the need for integrated approach towards understanding the aged. For this purpose, the data collected from questionnaires distributed to 489 older people living in residential care facilities provided by Government, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), and private sector in Malaysia were analysed quantitatively. Three dimensions of active ageing were assessed, named health, meaningful leisure and social environment. The results provide a comprehensive understanding of elderly and carries various implications for research and policy making.
Authors and Affiliations
Aidanajwa Sabri, Ahmad Martadha Mohamed
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- EP ID EP709631
- DOI 10.47191/ijmra/v5-i10-01
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