Proposta de novos conteúdos para o programa de atividades físicas de uma Instituição de Longa Permanência visando maior adesão dos idosos e independência funcional

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to develop an action plan to propose a new content for the exercise program in a long-stay institution (LSI) aiming to increase the elderly adherence and functional independence. Data for realization of this proposed intervention were based on rapid assessment method. In this study we selected the following critical node related to low adherence to the physical activity of the elderly: lack of knowledge among seniors about the benefits of physical activity and lack of encouragement and support staff asylum. Regarding the content of the physical activity programs was selected the following critical node: Physical Education Professionals afraid to implement activities to develop strength and balance to the elderly. Based on these critical nodes were proposed the following actions to face: creating a panel with images stimulating physical activity and presenting the benefits of it; sensitization of the entire team working on the importance of physical activity for the elderly and; presentation proposals for work to develop strength and balance of the elderly.