Cognitive functioning among elderly people living in old-age homes and family setup

The present study was planned to study the level of cognitive functioning among 240 elderly people, (120 elderly residing in old age homes and 120 elderly residing with family setup) an equal number of male and female respondents from Jaipur and Udaipur cities of Rajasthan. The Mini-Mental Status Examination Scale (MMSE) was used to assess the level of cognitive functioning. The test was administered individually. It was found that Living Status (Old age homes and Family Setup) has a significant effect on cognitive functioning. Sex (Male and Female) difference also has a significant effect on cognitive functioning. The interaction between Sex and Living Status has a significant effect on cognitive functioning. The obtained results were discussed in the light of various problems faced by elderly people in society.