Recreation as a proposal for gerontological intervention in the CSSR Armando Reveron de La Guaira

Abstract

Recreation motivates the human being to establish new goals and healthier lifestyles, that said, the object of the study is to make a gerontological intervention proposal for the recreation of the residents of the CSSR Armando Reveron de La Guaira, based on the identification of the recreational needs and elements that motivate their participation. It is a field investigation where 22 residents selected by probability sampling were interviewed, to then apply a questionnaire validated by experts. The results indicate that although the residents are aware of the benefits of recreation, the number that does it is small. Among the elements that motivate them are the activities that are adapted to their recreational needs, their variety and the space where they are carried out. Based on this, a recreational proposal was designed to motivate, guide and occupy their free time in activities that prolong their self-confidence.