Medistra Medical Journal (MMJ)
Vol 3 No 1 (2025): Medistra Medical Journal (MMJ)

Relationship Between Family Support And Active Participation Of The Elderly Attending Elderly Health Posts In Tanjung Raja Village Deli Serdang District, 2025

El Hasanah, Nisa (Unknown)
Andhika Budi Sentoso (Unknown)
Lilla Sarissa Br Ginting (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

The elderly are a group that is vulnerable to health problems, thus requiring extra attention to maintain their quality of life. One measure taken is to increase active participation in the Elderly Posyandu programs. This study aims to identify the relationship between family support and the level of participation og the elderly in Posyandu activities in Tanjung Raja Village, Deli Serdang Regency, in 2025. The study applied a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. The research subjects were 42 elderly  individuals selected using a total sampling technique. Data collection was conducted using questionnaires and attendance lists, and then analyzed using the Chi-square test. The study findings revealed that most respondents received family support (59,5%), but the majority of elderly were classified as less actively involved in Posyandu activities (69,0%). Statistical analysis resulted in a p-value of 0.060. Statistical analysis yielded a p-value of 0.060, indicating no significant relationship between family assistance and elderly participation. It is recommended that families continue to provide full support, while posyandu cadres reinforce education to families about the importance of elderly involvement in posyandu programs.

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MMJ

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Health Professions Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

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Aims and Scope Medistra Medical Journal (MMJ) Aims to disseminate conceptual thoughts or ideas, reviews and research findings obtained by academics, researchers and practitioners in the field of Medicine and Health Medistra Medical Journal (MMJ) Scope: Biomedical Science & Clinical Practice ...