Rol del trabajador social en la situación de abandono del adulto mayor en el cantón Santa Rosa-2022

Abstract

The present research has developed a comprehensive proposal to address the problem of abandonment of older adults in the Santa Rosa Canton. Our research is based on a deep understanding of the situation of abandonment of older adults, supported by a solid theoretical foundation that highlights the importance of comprehensive care and community participation. The main objective of this research focuses on strengthening capabilities and approaches in the field of social work, with the purpose of improving the quality and effectiveness of the interventions carried out by professionals. The main focus lies on optimizing existing practices and developing innovative strategies to more effectively address social problems and the needs of the groups and communities served. Through this study, we seek to raise the quality of the services provided, promoting a positive impact on the lives of beneficiaries and contributing to social well-being in general. The research study is framed in the methodology with hermeneutical and descriptive elements due to the complex nature of the problem of abandonment of older adults. The decision to use a hermeneutic approach is based on the need to understand the subjective experiences of older adults, their experiences and perceptions. Through this approach, we seek to go beyond quantitative data and delve into individual narratives and perspectives. Furthermore, the descriptive approach is adopted to analyze in detail the different dimensions of the problem. The combination of these approaches will allow us to obtain a complete and enriching understanding of the situation of abandonment of older adults in the Santa Rosa Canton. Our structural components have been designed to address each of these objectives, including mobilizing financial resources, providing nutritious snacks, organizing recreational activities, raising community awareness, and continuous impact evaluation. Furthermore, we have confirmed that awareness-raising and community communication are key tools to generate a change in attitude and awareness in society regarding the abandonment of older adults. The active dissemination of information and raising awareness has led to a greater understanding of the problem and an increase in community participation in solving this social problem. During the implementation of our proposal, we have managed to raise significant funds, provide nutritious food, organize recreational and social activities, and raise awareness in the community about the problem of abandonment of older adults. These achievements align with our theoretical bases and support the importance of comprehensive care and community participation in improving the quality of life of older adults. In conclusion, our proposal represents an important step towards comprehensive care for older adults in situations of abandonment in the Santa Rosa Canton. We have shown that, with the collaboration of volunteers and active community participation, it is possible to provide significant support to this vulnerable population and improve their physical and emotional well-being.