The Development Of The Elderly’s Quality Of Life Based On The Buddhist Principles In Sritia Municipality, Ban Hong District, Lumphun Province

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) examine the quality of life development among the elderly. 2) investigate the relationship between Bhāvanā and the development of the quality of life of the elderly. and 3) propose approaches for enhancing the quality of life of the elderly using the Buddhist principle in Sri Tia Subdistrict Municipality. Ban Hong District. Lamphun Province. This study employed a mixed-methods research approach. The quantitative research component involved data collection through questionnaires from a sample of 324 elderly individuals residing in Sri Tia Subdistrict Municipality. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. including the Pearson correlation coefficient. The qualitative research component was conducted through in-depth interviews with 10 key informants. The data collected was synthesized based on the research objectives and presented accordingly.

          The research results found that:

            1) The quality-of-life development of the elderly in Sri Tia Subdistrict Municipality. Ban Hong District. Lamphun Province. overall was high

          2) The relationship between Bhāvanā and the development of the quality of life of the elderly in Sri Tia Subdistrict Municipality. Ban Hong District. Lamphun Province was positive. Overall. it is at a fairly high level.

          3) Guidelines for developing the quality of life of the elderly using the Buddhist principle in Sri Tia Subdistrict Municipality. Ban Hong District. Lamphun Province found that in terms of Kāya-bhāvanā. the municipality should allocate resources in terms of space and equipment. along with creating cooperation with public health agencies. Sīla-bhāvanā.  the municipality should have a clear policy and take concrete actions to promote morality. doing good deeds. and participating in religious activities of the elderly in the area. Citta-bhāvanā. the municipality should plan long-term operations to ensure sustainability.  Paññā-bhāvanā. the municipality should have a plan to organize activities to promote diverse learning. support group activities to stimulate thinking. and participate in decision-making in the community.