COMMUNITY-BASED SOCIAL PROTECTION FOR ELDERLY IN INDONESIA: A CASE STUDY OF KARANG WERDA DHARMA KUSUMA INTEGRATED HEALTH POST IN MALANG CITY, INDONESIA

Abstract

This study aimed to describe the model of community-based social protection for elderly in Indonesia. In addition, the implementation of community-based social protection model for elderly was examined using a qualitative method and a case study design at Karang Werda Dharma Kusuma (KWDK) Integrated Health Post in Cemorokandang Subdistrict, Malang City, Indonesia. Data collection methods included interviews, observations, and documentation. The subjects were purposively selected, consisting of the managers of KWDK Integrated Health Post and elderly clients. Meanwhile, the analysis comprised data collection, condensation, display, as well as conclusion and verification. The results showed that social protection programs for elderly included social service, social protection, and social assistance programs. Community-based social protection model was implemented through the establishment of KWDK Integrated Health Post for elderly and managed by community. The programs for the social well-being of elderly included routine health examinations, leisurely activities, specialized catering during Ramadan, regular physical exercise and gymnastics sessions, monthly collective savings, social and communal engagement events, skill development workshops, art training sessions, and "Rantang Kasih" designed to assist overlooked individuals. Elderly expressed satisfaction with the independently managed programs implemented by KWDK Integrated Health Post.

Keywords: Model, Social Protection, Elderly, Community.