Efforts to Deal with Menopausal Symptoms in Elderly People with Yard Management

Abstract

Menopause is a phase commonly experienced by women in their old age, which is in the form of the last menstrual bleeding. Symptoms of menopause must be understood by every woman as it is not impossible that they can experience depression while going through it. If the condition is not overcome or left alone, it will cause serious problems. Yard management can be an alternative to overcome menopause problems. In this research, this solution of yard management was offered to the partner audience, namely members of Aisyiyah Ranting Barenglor. The purpose of this service is to provide an understanding of menopause symptoms earlier. The solution offered was carried out by providing knowledge about yard land optimization as well as training on yard management so that it becomes more beautiful and comfortable to see. This activity was carried out at Aisyiyah Ranting Barenglor, North Klaten. The implementation of this activity is carried out through: 1) counseling on understanding of menopause symptoms and yard management, and 2) training on the cultivation of vegetable plants in polybags. Results showed that there was an increase in knowledge and understanding of menopausal symptoms by 29% and an increase in participants' knowledge and skills about yard utilization management by 33%. The enthusiasm and motivation of the participants really supported this activity allowing this activity to run smoothly