The present study aimed to analyze the profile of the demand of the Public Defender of the County of São Carlos-SP, in the defense of the rights of the older people through The present study aimed to analyze the profile ...

Aging in concomitance with frailty can overload health and social assistance systems that target elderly people. Assessing them in the context of social vulnerability will contribute data for decision making and improvement ...

INTRODUCTION: It is extremely important that community health workers have a broad understanding of aging and the elderly. Therefore, the aggregation of knowledge related to aging and the adherence to actions in this area ...

Objective: To analyze the decision-making process of health team members regarding the therapeutic plan for frail older people, registered at Family Health Units (FHU) in the region served by the Family Health Support ...

Introduction: The number of Brazilian elderly people has been increasing in recent decades. However, there is also a significant increase in spending on health and greater consumption of medicines. Guaranteeing the right ...

With increasing longevity, people with chronic illnesses and frailty who require support and care in old age are increasing. New forms and demands for long-term care are emerging, whether at home or in long-term care ...

Objective: analyze the dimensions of quality of life, indicated by the WHOQOL group, through quantitative, qualitative measurement and perceptions of adult and elderly women, according to participation in social interaction ...