scholarly journals Changes in quality of life: the experience of elderly persons at a university of the third age

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rita de Cassia Cabral de Campos Martins ◽  
Sidnei José Casetto ◽  
Ricardo Luís Fernandes Guerra
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

Abstract Objectives: The aim of the present qualitative and quantitative study was to investigate whether the participation of elderly persons in the University of the Third Age (U3A) of the Federal University of São Paulo, Baixada Santista (Unifesp/BS) led to a perceived improvement in quality of life; the meaning of the term quality of life for the participants; and whether education and social interaction are considered relevant in any such perceived improvement. Method: Data were collected through the SF-36 questionnaire and semi-structured interviews at the beginning and end of the academic year. Results: The quantitative data did not differ significantly between the beginning and end of the research period, except for the variable Vitality (V). The qualitative results, however, signaled a perception of change in terms of education, social interaction and quality of life. Conclusion: The data indicated that participation in the University of the Third Age at the Federal University of São Paulo, Baixada Santista (Unifesp/BS) was associated with a perception of positive changes in the quality of life of the elderly persons, who considered social interaction and education to be an important part of these improvements.

scholarly journals Changes in the quality of life of female participants from the University of the Third Age and their predictors

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (3) ◽  
pp. 19-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Leś ◽  
Monika Guszkowska ◽  
Ewa Kozdroń ◽  
Joanna Piotrowska ◽  
Ewa Niedzielska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

scholarly journals The quality of life profile among students of the University of the Third Age

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 49-59
Author(s):  
Ewa Kupcewicz ◽  
Malgorzata Kusmierczyk ◽  
Barbara Wilk ◽  
Agnieszka Zajaczkowska ◽  
Aleksandra Zakrzewska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

scholarly journals Evaluating the quality of life of elderly people who attend classes at the University of the Third Age

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Anna Grzanka-Tykwińska ◽  
Małgorzata Chudzińska ◽  
Kornelia Kędziora-Kornatowska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
The University

scholarly journals Analysis of quality of life and associated factors in a group of elderly persons with supplemental health plans in the city of São Paulo, Brazil

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Elisa Gonzalez Manso ◽  
Leandro Tadeu Prazeres Maresti ◽  
Henrique Souza Barros de Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Plan ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
World Health ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
The City

Abstract Objective: To measure the Quality of Life (QoL) and associated factors in a group of elderly persons receiving care through a health plan operator in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. Method: A cross-sectional study was carried out with 169 elderly persons enrolled in a health plan and who were participants in a program to promote health and prevent risks and diseases. The Bref and Old versions of the World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL) instruments were adopted for the evaluation of the QoL of the elderly. After descriptive analysis, a comparative analysis was performed through the Student’s t-tests and ANOVA. The Brown-Forsythe test was applied for situations in which no homogeneity was found and the Tukey test for multiple comparisons was applied. Results: The highest mean QoL values were found in the Psychological [72.1 (±14.3)] and Environment [68 (±15.4)] and Intimacy [72.5 (±20.8)] domains, while the worst results were found in the Physical [64.3 (±18)] domain and in the Death and Dying facet [61.2 (±23.2)]. In this group, factors such as obesity, neoplasia and previous hospitalizations were negatively associated with QoL, whereas young elderly, female, widows, carriers of chronic non-communicable diseases and those limited to two morbidities, who practiced physical activity and had clinical care provided by a reference physician had a positive influence. Conclusion: The findings of this research showed high levels of satisfaction with health and QoL, in addition to raising relevant discussions about predictors that influence the QoL of the elderly receiving care from the supplementary sector. It also emphasizes the need for new strategies of action to ensure improvements in the health care of the elderly.

U3A (the University of the Third Age) in Australia: a Model For Successful Ageing

1993 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 245-266 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Swindell
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Postal Survey ◽  
Successful Ageing ◽  
Older Learners ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Third ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The University

ABSTRACTEducation may have an important role to play in helping to enhance older people's quality of life. The University of the Third Age (U3A) has operated successfully in many countries for nearly two decades, yet few studies have described the characteristics of those who are attracted to the movement, or the benefits to the individual and, possibly, to wider society of the U3A approach to education. This study discusses major findings from 770 responses to a postal survey involving members from twelve independent U3A campuses in three Australian States, and compares these findings with data reported for older learners in other countries. Some implications for Australian U3As undertaking research activities which have the potential to benefit the wider ageing community are raised.

QUALIDADE DE VIDA DE MULHERES E AS CARACTERÍSTICAS SOCIODEMOGRÁFICAS ASSOCIADAS

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Larissa Giovanna Cazella ◽  
Letícia Yamawaka De Almeida ◽  
Jaqueline Lemos De Oliveira ◽  
Ana Carolina Guidorizzi Zanetti ◽  
Jacqueline De Souza
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Vulnerability ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Calidad De Vida ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Las Mujeres

Objetivo: analisar as características sociodemográficas associadas à percepção da qualidade de vida de mulheres atendidas na atenção primária. Metodologia: estudo transversal, quantitativo, desenvolvido com 113 mulheres em uma unidade de saúde do interior de São Paulo. Utilizou-se um questionário sociodemográfico e a versão abreviada do instrumento de avaliação de qualidade de vida. Para análise dos dados, foram empreendidos testes de associação. Resultados: a maioria das participantes era de classes sociais menos favorecidas e apresentava boa percepção de qualidade de vida e saúde. Os fatores renda, escolaridade e idade foram os mais relevantes na associação com a qualidade de vida. Conclusão: Apesar de mencionarem boa qualidade de vida e saúde, foram identificados piores resultados nos domínios físicos, psicológicos e meio ambiente.  Os achados reforçam a necessidade de que as ações de saúde estejam contextualizadas aos aspectos sociais/territoriais e vinculadas a políticas mais amplas de redução da vulnerabilidade social. WOMEN'S QUALITY OF LIFE AND ASSOCIATED SOCIO DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICSObjective: to analyze the sociodemographic characteristics associated to the perception of the quality of life of the women attended in the Primary Health Care. Methodology: this cross-sectional quantitative study was carried out with 113 women aged 20 to 65 years in a health unit in the interior of São Paulo. A sociodemographic questionnaire and the abbreviated version of the WHOQOL-bref quality of life assessment instrument were used. For data analysis, association tests were undertaken. Results: the majority of participants were from less favored social classes and had a good perception of quality of life and health. The factors income, schooling and age were the most relevant in the association with quality of life. Conclusion: in view of the sociodemographic characteristics associated with quality of life in the present study, it is emphasized that health actions should be linked to broader policies to reduce social vulnerability, enabling empowerment strategies and, above all, increasing women's access to education and income.Descriptors: Quality of Life; Health Centers; Social Vulnerability; Women; Primary Health Care.CALIDAD DE VIDA DE LAS MUJERES Y LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS SOCIODEMOGRÁFICAS ASSOCIADASObjetivo: analizar las características sociodemográficas asociadas a la percepción de la calidad de vida de mujeres que acuden a atención primaria. Métodos: este estudio cuantitativo transversal se realizó con 113 mujeres de 20 a 65 años en una unidad de salud en el interior de São Paulo. Se utilizó un cuestionario sociodemográfico y la versión abreviada del instrumento de evaluación de calidad de vida WHOQOL-bref. Para el análisis de los datos, se realizaron pruebas de asociación. Resultados: la mayoría de los participantes provenían de clases sociales más bajas y tenían una buena percepción de la calidad de vida y la salud. Los factores ingresos, educación y edad fueron los más relevantes en asociación con la calidad de vida. Conclusión: en vista de las características sociodemográficas asociadas con la calidad de vida en el presente estudio, se enfatiza que las acciones de salud están vinculadas a políticas más amplias para reducir la vulnerabilidad social, permitiendo estrategias de empoderamiento y, sobre todo, aumentando el acceso de las mujeres a educación e ingresos.Descriptores: Calidad de Vida; Centros de Salud; Vulnerabilidad Social; Mujeres; Atención Primaria de Salud.

scholarly journals The Analysis of Nutritional Habits of the Third Age Students in Poznań

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-29
Author(s):  
Magdalena Pracka ◽  
Marcin Dziedziński ◽  
Przemysław Łukasz Kowalczewski
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
Nutritional Habits ◽  
Third Age ◽  
Waist To Hip Ratio ◽  
The Third

AbstractIn recent years have seen increasing percentage of the elderly in the overall population. This has driven the attention to the lifestyle factors that influence the health and quality of life of this social group, including their nutrition and physical activity. Universities of the Third Age (U3A) are a valuable platform for the dissemination and broadening of the knowledge related to these topics. The nutritional habits of 61 U3A students in Poznań were evaluated on the basis of a modified KomPAN questionnaire. Their nutritional status was determined using the body mass index (BMI) and waist to hip ratio (WHR) indices. Nearly half of the respondents were overweight and 16% had first degree obesity. The WHR index in women was on average 0.8, while in men it was 1.01. Only 13% of the students declared regular eating, with 60% consuming 4-5 meals a day. Women were found to eat snacks between meals more often than men. It was also found that the majority of the elderly do not add salt to ready meals or sweeten beverages with sugars. Taking into account the observed nutritional problems and the occurrence of improper eating habits of the elderly, it is recommended to continue the education on the prevention of common diet-related diseased.

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