THE NEEDS ASSESSMENT IN PROMOTING SELF-ESTEEM OF THE ELDERLY IN THE SERVICE AREA OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATION IN THE UPPER NORTHEASTERN REGION 1

Abstract

This research article was prepared to study the needs assessment in promoting the self-esteem of the elderly in the service area of the local administrative organization in the upper Northeastern Region 1. It was a quantitative research. The sample group was 400 elderly people in the service area of the local government organization. The research tool uses a questionnaire with a 5-level estimation model. The data was analyzed using statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.          The research results found that          The needs assessment in promoting the self-esteem of the elderly in the service area of the Upper Northeast Local Administrative Organization 1 ware as follows: Income aspect 1) Encourage the elderly to save money and invest in an appropriate financial system 2 ) Promote learning and develop new skills. 3) Income management helps the elderly recognize and manage their income effectively. Housing and environment aspects include 1) a safe environment, emphasis should be placed on safety in the area where the elderly live, 2) providing information and advice about health care, and 3) the elderly living in a home that is appropriate for health and safety. Social aspects include 1) Elderly people are aware of their rights and protections that exist in society.  2) Movement and exercise were appropriate. 3) Promote participation in social activities that the elderly are interested in. The aspect of self-worth includes 1) supporting self-belief 2) learning and developing new skills 3) recognizing and managing stress. In terms of health, 1) the elderly have appropriate exercise, 2) the elderly have annual health examinations and follow recommendations from doctors, and 3) the elderly find friends and have social relationships. Participating in social activities or support groups