The importance of sociocultural animation in fighting the aging of institutions
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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v43i0.83246Keywords:
elderly, active aging, sociocultural animation, institutions.Abstract
Portugal faces a demographic dynamic of strong population aging. Adapting social and economic policies to this reality is crucial. Renewed policies that can respond to the social and economic challenges that need to be addressed to the elderly, families and institutions. Sociocultural animation is an important contribution to improving the quality of social responses to the elderly, as well as promoting better gerontological practices. Method: This study aims to disclose the importance that professional practices in the field of socio-cultural animation have on the life of institutions and on the quality of social responses. A diagnosis was made at national level about the work context of the socio-cultural animators, their professional practice, their expectations regarding the future of the activity, and the quality of their professional practices. Results: A total of 128 professionals participated who demonstrated their perception of the work practice in the institutions, contemplating three dimensions of analysis: formative, professional and evaluative. Sociocultural animation has a positive impact on the quality of services, being a differentiating factor. It is an instrument of corporate / institutional promotion. Conclusion: The impact of activities seems to be very positive in improving the quality of social responses and activities offered.
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