Desing of an Active Ageing Program for Rural areas in Galicia - ENRUGA
Authorship
G.B.G.
Inter-University Master in Psychogerontology (2ª ed)
G.B.G.
Inter-University Master in Psychogerontology (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.15.2025 09:15
09.15.2025 09:15
Summary
This Master's Thesis presents an intervention program based on active ageing, adapted to the context of rural Galicia. The initiative arises from the need to promote change and improve the lives of older adults, especially those living in areas with limited access to resources, geographic dispersion, and a high risk of social isolation. Based on a review of various international, national, and regional approaches and policies, a program is designed to promote autonomy, health, and well-being from a comprehensive perspective. The program, named ENRUGA, is structured around three main pillars: cognitive stimulation, physical activity through gerontogymnastics, and the strengthening of social relationships and community participation. It is conceived as a decentralized intervention to be carried out in different parishes of the rural municipality, with morning and afternoon sessions to improve accessibility and encourage participation. The professional team is composed of a psychologist, a social worker, and a social educator. These professionals will rotate in order to cover all the selected centers. The proposal includes a detailed planning of objectives, target population, resources, timeline, and specific activities for each program area. Furthermore, an evaluation system is proposed to assess the effectiveness of the intervention, combining standardized tools such as the CAMCOG-R, the GDS-15, and the De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale, along with a custom-designed satisfaction survey. The expected outcomes point to a positive impact on the daily lives of older participants, both at an individual and community level.
This Master's Thesis presents an intervention program based on active ageing, adapted to the context of rural Galicia. The initiative arises from the need to promote change and improve the lives of older adults, especially those living in areas with limited access to resources, geographic dispersion, and a high risk of social isolation. Based on a review of various international, national, and regional approaches and policies, a program is designed to promote autonomy, health, and well-being from a comprehensive perspective. The program, named ENRUGA, is structured around three main pillars: cognitive stimulation, physical activity through gerontogymnastics, and the strengthening of social relationships and community participation. It is conceived as a decentralized intervention to be carried out in different parishes of the rural municipality, with morning and afternoon sessions to improve accessibility and encourage participation. The professional team is composed of a psychologist, a social worker, and a social educator. These professionals will rotate in order to cover all the selected centers. The proposal includes a detailed planning of objectives, target population, resources, timeline, and specific activities for each program area. Furthermore, an evaluation system is proposed to assess the effectiveness of the intervention, combining standardized tools such as the CAMCOG-R, the GDS-15, and the De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale, along with a custom-designed satisfaction survey. The expected outcomes point to a positive impact on the daily lives of older participants, both at an individual and community level.
Direction
Facal Mayo, David (Tutorships)
Facal Mayo, David (Tutorships)
Court
Zurrón Ocio, Montserrat (Chairman)
Mallo López, Sabela Carme (Secretary)
PEREIRO ROZAS, ARTURO JOSE (Member)
Zurrón Ocio, Montserrat (Chairman)
Mallo López, Sabela Carme (Secretary)
PEREIRO ROZAS, ARTURO JOSE (Member)