- Authors: Luhung Achmad Perguna
- From: Department of Sociology, Universitas Negeri Malang
Abstract:
Variety of problems faced by many elders, from health, social till economic issues. At the micro level, some of elderly experiences social dislocation, disorientation of life as a result of loss of attention or a job. In the others experience powerlessness, loneliness, meaninglessness or post power syndrome after retirement from job. The position of the elderly is still considered to be a burden and not an asset. Elderly society requires interaction and socialization with the general public. Public space becomes a necessity. One of the public spaces that have been long-standing and friendly for the Elderly is “Pondok Sepuh” located in Payaman Magelang. This article discusses the friendly and comfortable public spaces for the elderly so that the elderly can be life happily. This research aims to assess and determine the role of Pondok Sepuh as a comfortable and friendly Public Space for the elderly. This study uses naturalistic approach with depth interviews as a method of data collection. The research informants were determined through purposive methods among the elders. The findings show that Pondok Sepuh is a comfortable and friendly public space for the elderly. The principle of independence, equality and freedom took place in this pondok sepuh. Interaction and socialization with their peer groups increasingly their existence.
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