Plano de intervenção para prevenção e controle da depressão em idosos na Estratégia Saúde da Família Getúlio Vargas

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Depression in the elderly is a public health issue that significantly impacts quality of life and functionality. In the community of Novo Hamburgo, Rio Grande do Sul, the need for specific interventions in the Getúlio Vargas Family Health Strategy is evident, given the growing demand for mental health care for the elderly, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary approaches. OBJECTIVE: To develop an intervention plan to promote mental health and prevent depression in the elderly at the Getúlio Vargas Family Health Strategy unit in Novo Hamburgo. METHODOLOGY: This is a mental health intervention focused on the prevention and management of depression in the elderly. The project will be implemented in three stages. The first stage will involve an integrative literature review to identify effective interdisciplinary approaches for managing depression in the elderly. The second stage will consist of data collection and training of the health team, aiming to define educational and support strategies. The third stage will be the implementation of an intervention plan adapted to the needs of the local elderly population, focusing on continuity of care and periodic evaluation. EXPECTED RESULTS: The intervention plan is expected to improve the mental health of the elderly served, reducing depressive symptoms and enhancing quality of life. Continuous training of health professionals and the development of a supportive environment will contribute to a more effective and humanized approach to managing depression, with the potential for adaptation in other communities.