PENINGKATAN KUALITAS HIDUP LANSIA MELALUI PROGRAM SENAM CERIA INDONESIA KUAT

Abstract

This study examines the potential contribution of the Senam Ceria Indonesia Kuat program to improving the quality of life of older adults. Quality of life in later life includes physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, independence in daily activities, and the environment in which older adults live. The study employed library research with a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were obtained through a review of relevant books, scientific journal articles, previous studies, health-institution reports, and official documents related to older adults, physical activity, elderly exercise, community-based health programs, and healthy ageing. Data were collected through documentation and analyzed descriptively by comparing findings across sources. The review indicates that the program can be understood as a community-based promotive and preventive activity that supports older adults multidimensionally. Regular exercise provides opportunities to maintain physical activity, mobility, fitness, balance, flexibility, coordination, and functional capacity. Group-based sessions also create social interaction, togetherness, mutual support, and enjoyable experiences that may strengthen psychological well-being and participation. The program is relevant to four major dimensions of quality of life: physical, psychological, social, and independence. These dimensions are interrelated, indicating that improving quality of life in older adults requires an integrated approach that combines functional ability, positive psychological experiences, social relationships, and the capacity to perform daily activities independently.