Situación socioeconómica y familiar de los/as usuarios/as del programa “Adultos Mayores Molleturo” en el año 2020

Abstract

The process of aging that people experience depends in grand part on their socioeconomic status and relatives- to be able to count on sufficient economic resources and familial support networks permits the fulfillment of needs in all fields, that contribute to a healthy and active aging process. In Ecuador, the older adult population is part of the high priority group, so it is important to understand the reality that they live in, mainly for the elaboration and execution of programs and/or projects directed to contribute to the wellbeing of this age group. The research has as an objective to understand the socioeconomic and familial situation of the users of the program “Adultos Mayores Molleturo” in the year 2020; the method used is quantitative and has a descriptive scope. The data collection is done through surveys, with the application of a questionnaire focused on the socioeconomic and family aspects. The final results will be supplied to the “Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Parroquial de Molleturo” to contribute to the further elaboration and execution of their projects. One of the most relevant results of the research is that 64% of users of the program are in an unfavorable socioeconomic situation or of social disadvantage because their income does not allow them to satisfy their needs related to housing, health, food and basic services (water, electricity, sewerage). Regarding their family context, it can be affirmed that it is adequate for the development of healthy and active aging, since 52% of them receive attention and care from their relatives.