QUALITY LIFE IN OLD PEOPLE

Why is complicated for old people to achieve a good quality of life?

• Because they're too old.

• Because they're too weak.

• Because they won't live longer.

• Because they could have several diseases.

Speaking of self-sufficient old people, what can they do to improve the quality of their life?

• eat everything they want and go to the gym.

• have a balanced diet and do a light physical activity.

• have an active social life and travel.

• Spend time with their family and stay at home.

What activities can old people do to improve their social life?

• Spending time with their family

• Travelling around the world

• Doing voluntary activities

• Going to the University of the Third Age

Coach tours are very popular because they guarantee ............... and they're ...................

(a)  

What are "package guided tours"?

Why are guided package tours frequently chosen by old people?

Answer explanation

They are well organized, provide a safe service, comfortable and hygienic accommodation and health assistance in case of problems.

What kind of problems can occur in old people's life?

• social transplantation

• the loss of one's husband or wife

• loss of abilities

• ageing changes

Answer explanation

Remember that all the answers are correct because they are all stressful events.

Define "social transplantation"

Give examples of health promotion measures

Answer explanation

playing cards, dancing, walking together with a group of people ......

Health promotion strategies are ......

• physical activities to improve the muscolo-skeletal system

• activities to improve old people's houses

• daily life activities

• support networks to help old people

Answer explanation

It's important to ensure a good and healthy environment to old people, especially for those who live in poor conditions.