노인정으로 출근하는 여성노인들 - 그들의 삶에 투영된 소외와 제약들

The purpose of the present study was to provide a view of the lives of Korean female seniors, who visit their nearby No-In-Jung almost everyday. Especially, it was to explore why they failed to get away from No-In-Jung and make their life more dynamic. Seven daily visitors of two No-In-Jungs in Seoul were closely observed and individually interviewed. The facility and the environment composing the No-In-Jungs were also investigated. Results revealed six key factors: isolation from family, living as korean women, living as simple workers, weakened body and mind, economic dependence, and isolated from social welfare program. Insights and suggestions were also provided.