The Influence of Well-being on the Work Potential Among the Elderly at Vocational Training Centers in Bangkok Metropolis

Abstract

The objectives of this research were 1) to investigate the contributing factors affecting the elderly’s work efficiency in Vocational Training Center, Bangkok, and 2) to propose the suggestions to improve the elderly’s work efficiency in Vocational Training Center, Bangkok. It was a quantitative research study, using a questionnaire to collect data from a sample, namely individuals aged 60 and above who had received vocational training at the Vocational Training Center, Bangkok from January to May 2023. The data collection was performed using convenience sampling and voluntary selection methods, which involved selecting a sample group from members who voluntarily participated as sample units. The total number of participants was 440. The data was analyzed by Descriptive Statistics using Frequency, Percentage, Means and Standard Deviation, presented on table and descriptive interpretation. Inferential Statistics, Multiple regression analysis.

The research result showed that 1) Well-being factors positively influenced the work efficiency in terms of knowledge, skills, ability, and behavior of the elderly in Bangkok, by 72%, 66%, 50%, and 48% respectively. In the first three areas, there were two influential variables in order of greatest to least: environmental conditions and health. Behavior was the only area composed of three influential variables in descending order: environmental conditions, health, and family. 2) The government should seriously allocate resources, welfare, and actively promote physical and mental health. There should be efforts to raise awareness about the value and potential of the elderly, including supporting revolving capital sources and providing community-based care for the elderly. All of this should be widespread and consistent to develop the working potential of the elderly in Bangkok.