POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF CAREGIVERS FOR ELDERLY AND BEDRIDDEN PATIENTS THAI TRADITIONAL MEDICINE AND BUDDHIST PRACTICES: A CASE

Abstract

This research is participatory practical research. Its objective is to develop the potential of caregivers of dependent elderly and bedridden patients using traditional Thai Buddhist medicine in the community of Tha Kham Subdistrict, Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province The target group is 15 elderly and sick caregivers. Tools used include training programs. Caring for dependent elderly people and bedridden patients using traditional Thai Buddhist medicine and potential assessment form for caring for dependent elderly people and bedridden patients using traditional Thai Buddhist medicine. which has been through the search for tool quality according to the process.The results of the study found that Developing the potential of caring for dependent elderly and bedridden patients is necessary in the Tha Kham Subdistrict community. Thai traditional Buddhist medicine is one method that can help effectively care for the elderly and bedridden patients. In addition to taking care of the body It also includes mental care using Buddhist principles such as the 4 Brahmavihāra and the 4 Bhavana. The results of the evaluation of the development of the potential of caregivers of dependent elderly and bedridden patients using Thai traditional medicine, Buddhist way, in Tha Kham Subdistrict community. Before the training, during the training and after the training. Knowledge and skill level of elderly caregivers There is a difference. Including developing knowledge and skills in following the content learned, such as assessing understanding of the use of Thai herbs, Thai massage, and caring for the elderly and bedridden patients, respectively.