This study aimed to evaluate the determinants of active aging in older adults aged 60 - 70 years old, resident in Rodeio, Santa Catarina, Brazil. It is a quantitative study of the exploratory-descriptive type. Data collection occurred between April and August 2011. 264 older adults were interviewed at home, using the instrument for multidimensional evaluation of active aging and post-validation of content, undertaken by experts. The Sestatnet program was used for data analysis and descriptive analysis was carried out. The older adults participated in the community and undertook certain forms of unpaid work (90.9%), and presented a significant rate of falls (30.68%), although they had a low rate of hospitalization (4.92%). In spite of comorbidities presented, they were shown to be satisfied with life and regularly undertook leisure and physical activities. It is concluded that, although not all the older adults had a positive evaluation in each determinant of active aging, in general they were independent and satisfied with their quality of life.
Nursing; Aged; Aging; Quality of life
