Jurnal Pela Gandong

Health Counseling And Implementation of Group Activity Therapy to Improve Elderly Health In Dullah Village, North Dullah Island District, Tual City.

Rahil Metanfanuan, Muhammad Amrullah, Ivonne A.V Gasper, Hamdan Hariawan — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:51:28 +0700

As they age, around 92% of seniors have at least 1 chronic disease and 77% have at least two or more health problems such as physical weakness, decreased self-care, risk of falls, inability to perform household tasks. Apart from physical changes, elderly people will also experience psychosocial changes such as sleep disorders, anxiety, depression. This change will affect his health condition. Health education is one way that can provide change or increase knowledge so that elderly people can maintain their health until they reach old age. Group Activity Therapy (TAK) is a very important therapeutic modality to implement because it will help elderly people relate to each other, can eliminate feelings of sadness, depression, lack of enthusiasm, worthlessness and hopelessness. The aim of Group Activity Therapy using music for the elderly is to provide therapy to all group members to stimulate memory, problem-solving abilities, and build social relationships with other people, as well as reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, reduce muscle tension. , lowers blood pressure, provides positive changes in the mood of the elderly, and improves the cognitive abilities of the elderly.

Education On The Importance Of Nutrition Knowledge For Elementary School Students At Inpres Elementary School Of Waihatu Village, West Seram District

Inamah Inamah, Nilfar Ruaida — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:57:22 +0700

Nutrition problems in the community are one of the crucial factors and determine the success of human development in Indonesia. And the problem of undernutrition still occurs in all age groups and genders in Indonesia. Among school-age children (5-12 years old), the prevalence of underweight children reaches 9.2% and short children 23.6%. This shows that there are still many school children in Indonesia who have not implemented a diet with balanced nutrition, including breakfast habits. The purpose of this activity is to increase the knowledge of elementary school children about the importance of breakfast and nutrition for school children. The method used in this activity is the lecture method with PPT media. The location at the Elementary School at SD Impres, Waihatu Village, West Seram Regency and the time of the activity was carried out for 3 days from the date, 7 to 9 February 2024. The results of the activity showed that the pretest results with a good level of knowledge were 46 people (88.5%), enough 3 people (9.5%) and less than 1 person (1.9%).

Education About Early Detection Of Cervical And Breast Cancer For Mothers Of Majelis Taklim Nurul Jannah, Nania Village

Siti Sarifah Kotarumalos, Sitti Suharni Hermanses, Virgin Susilowati — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:57:41 +0700

The Community Service Program themed Education on Early Detection of Cervical and Breast Cancer was conducted on November 22, 2024, in Nania Village, Baguala District, Ambon City. The method used in this activity involved counseling and education on the early detection of cervical and breast cancer. This program aimed to raise awareness and knowledge among the women of Majelis Taklim Nurul Jannah about the importance of early detection of cervical and breast cancer, as well as to encourage preventive measures to reduce the risk of these diseases. The educational materials covered an introduction to cervical and breast cancer, risk factors, early symptoms, and the importance of routine screenings such as Pap smears and mammograms. A practical training session on Breast Self-Examination (BSE) was also provided using anatomical models. Evaluation results showed a significant increase in participants' understanding, with an average pre-test score of 50% rising to 85% in the post-test. The interactive discussion revealed high enthusiasm among participants, particularly regarding HPV vaccination as a preventive measure against cervical cancer. Another positive impact of this program was the formation of a health support group within Majelis Taklim Nurul Jannah, which plays a role in disseminating information and encouraging collective health screenings. This educational initiative has proven effective in improving participants' understanding and is expected to create a domino effect in raising broader community awareness about the importance of early detection of cervical and breast cancer.

Promoting Family Health Through Nutrition Education In Banda Subdistrict, Central Maluku Regency

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:58:06 +0700

Family health is a fundamental pillar in the development of quality human resources, particularly among vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and toddlers. Promotive and preventive efforts through nutrition education are strategic approaches to enhance community awareness and knowledge in realizing healthy and prosperous families. This community service activity was conducted in Banda Subdistrict, Central Maluku Regency, targeting pregnant women and mothers of infants and toddlers. The primary aim of this program was to improve the participants' knowledge and understanding of balanced nutrition, the importance of macro and micronutrient intake during pregnancy and early childhood, as well as the implementation of healthy eating practices in daily life. The methods used included interactive counseling sessions, group discussions, healthy food preparation demonstrations, and distribution of educational media. The results showed a significant increase in participants' knowledge about balanced nutrition principles and a positive change in attitudes toward selecting and preparing nutritious meals for family members. Therefore, nutrition education proved to be an effective intervention in supporting efforts to improve family health, especially in island regions such as Banda Subdistrict. This program is expected to be sustainable and serve as a model for similar initiatives in other areas

Supplementary Food Provision And Balanced Nutrition Education For Stunting Prevention In Tulehu

Wahyuni Sammeng; Junieni Junieni, Khartini Kaluku — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:58:33 +0700

The problem of stunting is not only a national but also a global one, especially in poor and developing countries. Current stunting prevention programs are designed based on two main types of interventions: specific and sensitive. Combining these interventions is essential to produce comprehensive and lasting impacts. Specific interventions can include routine immunization, vitamin A provision for toddlers, iron supplements for pregnant women, and close monitoring in the first 1000 days of life. In February 2024, it was discovered that out of 40 toddlers in Tulehu Village, 20 of them experienced stunting. Another study stated that there were 91 stunted toddlers out of 648 toddlers in the village. Data from the Tulehu Health Center showed that there were around 150 children with stunting. The target of this activity is the emergence of awareness of mothers of toddlers in Tulehu Village in understanding balanced nutrition for stunting prevention, the existence of knowledge related to nutrition that can be applied in everyday life, and the distribution of local supplementary food that is right on target. At the Cempaka Putih 2 integrated health post, this activity was attended by 25 parents of toddlers and one form of community response from this activity was that there was a discussion session after the material. In addition, the main output produced was a report on community service activities.

Understanding Menopause: Reproductive Health and Well-being among Women of the Nurul Jannah Majelis Taklim, Nania Village

Sitti Hermanses, Virgin Susilowati, fasiha fasiha, Sitti Sarifah Kotarumalos — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:58:48 +0700

Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, marked by the cessation of menstruation and hormonal changes that affect physical, psychological, and social well-being. In Nania Village, knowledge about menopause remains limited, especially among members of the religious Majelis Taklim community who face barriers to information and are influenced by cultural stigmas surrounding reproductive health. This community engagement program aimed to enhance women's understanding and preparedness for menopause through education, counseling, and the establishment of support groups. The activity took place at Nurul Jannah Mosque with 20 participants. Topics included menopause awareness, symptoms, impacts, and strategies for managing physical and mental health. Pre-test results showed only 45% of participants had adequate knowledge, which increased to 90% post-activity. Participants reported increased confidence, reduced anxiety, and motivation to adopt healthier lifestyles. The program also fostered open discussions on previously taboo topics, strengthened ties between the community and health professionals, and gained support from religious leaders. Community-based, culturally sensitive education on menopause proves to be an effective approach to improving women's quality of life during aging.

Nutrition Education For Diabetes Mellitus Prevention

Rahma Tunny, Khartini Kaluku — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:59:01 +0700

Diabetes mellitus is a non-communicable disease with increasing prevalence in Indonesia, largely due to unhealthy dietary patterns formed early in life. Nutrition education during adolescence is a key preventive strategy. This community service activity aimed to improve students’ knowledge of diabetes prevention through balanced healthy eating. The activity was conducted in October 2024 at SMK Al-Wathan Ambon, involving 65 students. A participatory educational approach was employed, including interactive lectures, group discussions, “My Plate” meal planning simulations, and evaluation using pre- and post-tests. The design followed a one-group pre-test and post-test format to assess knowledge improvement. Pre-test results indicated that most students had low to moderate understanding of nutrition and diabetes prevention. After the intervention, post-test scores increased significantly, with average knowledge scores rising from 56.2 to 78.9. Students responded enthusiastically, and most expressed willingness to apply healthy eating habits in their daily lives. Participatory nutrition education effectively enhanced students’ knowledge about diabetes prevention. This initiative should be sustained within school environments and supported by parents and school canteen management to foster long-term behavior change. The program is recommended for replication in other schools to extend its educational impact on adolescent health.