Authors : Endang Sri Wahyuni; Retna Febri Arifianti; Haryanti

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25dec735

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Abstract : Background: Population aging in Indonesia necessitates evidence on functional resilience in local contexts. In semi-urban areas like Kalasan, Yogyakarta, sociocultural factors may buffer age-related functional decline, yet empirical data remain scarce.  Objective: This study aimed to describe patterns of occupational independence and examine associations between sociodemographic/health factors and functional performance among older adults in Kalasan.  Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 52 community-dwelling adults (aged 41–84 years) in Brintikan Hamlet, Kalasan. Occupational independence was assessed using the Functional Independence Measure (FIM). Data on demographics, education, marital status, and chronic diseases were collected via questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation analyses were performed (α = 0.05).  Results: The mean FIM score was 124.9 ± 3.4 (median = 126; range: 113–126). A total of 96.2% (n = 50) scored ≥119, indicating high independence despite high comorbidity (84.6% had ≥1 chronic condition, mainly hypertension and diabetes). Age showed a significant negative correlation with FIM score (r = –0.378, p = 0.006). No significant associations were found for gender (r = 0.041, p = 0.770), education (r = 0.042, p = 0.766), or chronic illness (r = –0.238, p = 0.090).  Conclusion: Older adults in Kalasan exhibit remarkable functional independence, likely sustained through culturally embedded occupations, multigenerational support, and active community roles. Age remains the only modest predictor of decline. Findings support community-based, occupation-centered interventions aligned with local strengths.

Keywords : Occupational Independence; Older Adults; Functional Independence Measure; Indonesia; Meaningful Occupation.

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