SC100 PROJECT: LEISURE EXPERIENCES, PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND LEISURE OF CENTENNIAL ELDERLY PEOPLE

VIVÊNCIAS NO LAZER, ATIVIDADES FÍSICAS E ÓCIO DE PESSOAS IDOSAS CENTENÁRIAS

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analyze the leisure experiences, including physical activities and idleness of centenarians. 34 centenarians living in the State of Santa Catarina were evaluated. The instrument used for data collection was the Multidimensional Assessment Protocol for the Centenary Elderly - PAMIC, applied in the form of an interview with the elderly in their homes. Thematic content analysis of testimonials transcribed and registered in the PAMIC database was also used. Most centenarians are widowed (6), have a caregiver (26) and live with a family member (26), have a disease (33), take medication (31), are functionally dependent (20) and do not practice physical activity (19). The main leisure experiences of centenarians are at home, such as watching television (23), receiving a visit (16), domestic activities (09), intellectual activities (14), enjoying a dish or drink (04), manual work (09 ), pray or pray (16), or simply relax in some room of the residence (04). There are elderly people who prefer to leave the house, such as walking or shopping (04), going to church (06), visiting relatives (08), practicing physical activity (03) or work activity (02). of experiences in leisure, being restricted the majority in the domestic environment.