Author/Authors :
Alavi, K. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Sail, Rahim Md. Universiti Putra Malaysia - Faculty of Educational Studies - Department of Professional Development and Continuing Education, Malaysia , Mohamad, M. S. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Omar, M. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Subhi, N. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Sheau Tsuey, Chong Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Sarnon, N. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Fauziah, I. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia , Lukman, Z. M. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - School of Psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Malaysia
Abstract :
A quality of life which includes psychological well-being, good physical functioning, relationships with others, health, and social activity is very important to the aged. The main purpose of this descriptive and exploratory case study was to analyze the meaning of aging and perceived quality of life among the elderly in sub-urban communities. Participants were 15 Malays, Chinese and Indians, aged 60 and above. In-depth interviews with the participants were conducted to gather the data. The findings indicated that aging brought a lot of shortfall, especially in terms of health and physical strength to the elderly. They were pleased to see the development of families, children, and grandchildren as a quality of life. Respondent are contented living with their children and grandchildren. The implication of this study is that there is a need for more gerontological social workers with adequate training and skills to provide services for the elderly
Keywords :
Older people , quality of life , meaning of ageing , community social work
