The Overview of the Elderly Lifestyle Profile in Surabaya
Abstract: The elderly
lifestyle may affect their health condition. Based on SUSENAS 2014, the number
of elderly in Indonesia reached 20.24 million, with 25.05% morbidity rates, it
shows that one in four elderly people have experienced some illness. This study
aimed to identifying the lifestyle profile of the elderly in Surabaya. The
research design used descriptive method with variable of lifestyle of 210
elderly in Surabaya. This study was conducted from June until July, 2016. The
results showed that the elderly living in coastal areas having poor lifestyle
(53,256 + 11,6719), while elderly living in urban areas and in nursing homes
having moderate lifestyle (66,680 + 9,3923) and (62,347 + 7,8814),
respectively. Poor lifestyle found in coastal areas of Surabaya was due to
lacking of physical exercise and ignorance of diet pattern. Family as a major
support system should provide assistance and attention.
Author: Christina Yuliastuti,
Sapto Dwi Anggoro
Journal Code: jpkesmasgg170082
