Jayshree Dawane

Jayshree Dawane
BVDU Medical College Pharmacology,
Dhankawadi Pune, Maharashtra 411043
India

Publications
  • Research Article
    Functional Assessment of Elderly in Pune, India-Preliminary Study
    Author(s): Jayshree DawaneJayshree Dawane

    Introduction: India is experiencing graying of population very rapidly over the last decades. Pune, Known as "Retired Peoples Paradise" is attracting elderly people to settle here due to better Quality of Life (QOL).Though many retired Persons stay in Pune, not many facilities are available to cater to their needs like care and rehabilitation. To develop any meaningful services for the elderly, it is essential to understand their needs. For this purpose, present study was undertaken to assess the functional status of the elderly in terms of their physical and mental health. Materials & Methods: 100 elderly individuals above the age of 65 were included in this study. A sample of 25 was collected from each quadrant of Pune city in random fashion a computer friendly proforma was prepared by using established standard formats. The .. View More»
    DOI: 10.4172/2167-7182.1000155

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