Journal of Public Administration, Research, and Innovation

The Strategic Management of the Universal Health Coverage (30 Baht Healthcare Scheme)

Ratchapon Tiansri — 2024-12-31

The "30 Baht" project, which ensures comprehensive health insurance coverage for all in Thailand, aims to provide essential healthcare access to the population as a basic legal right. It focuses on promoting good health and self-reliance in healthcare. Initiated in the year 2001 by Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's government, the project expanded nationwide in 2002. It was renamed the Universal Coverage Scheme in 2007 and restored its original name, the "30 Baht" project, in 2012. This public policy has been successful and utilized by politicians during elections. Over time, there have been adjustments and strategic developments to enhance its effectiveness.

This article analyzes the strategic management of the Universal Coverage Scheme, dividing it into Situation Analysis, Strategy Formulation, Strategy Implementation, and Evaluation and Control. The strategic management of the project is supported by the constitution, aiming for equal healthcare access, cost reduction, and reducing disparities in healthcare services. The project emphasizes public participation in management and receiving quality healthcare services. Overall, the strategic management of this project has effectively promoted equal access to healthcare services and improved the quality of life for the Thai population.

Study of health care behavior of the elderly in Village No. 3 Bang Nga Subdistrict, Tha Wung District, Lop Buri Province

Natnicha Thongpoon — 2024-12-31

This research aimed to study the health care behavior of the elderly (eating, exercising, vices, and annual health check-ups) in Village No. 3, Bang Nga Subdistrict, Tha Wung District, Lop Buri Province. The sample group used in the research was 85 elderly people. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire. The statistics used for data analysis were percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The results of the study found that the majority of the elderly were female, 53 people, aged 70-79 years, with the majority of education at the 6th grade of primary school. Most of them were married, and most had monthly incomes of 3,001-5,000 baht. Overall, the health care behavior of the elderly in Village No. 3, Bang Nga Subdistrict, Tha Wung District, Lop Buri Province was at a high level. When considering each aspect, it was found that annual health check-ups were ranked first, followed by exercise, eating, and vices. Promoting appropriate health care behaviors in the elderly is important and necessary, especially vices. In addition, activities in the elderly club that can generate income and health-promoting activities should be promoted so that the elderly have good health and can take care of themselves. Resulting in a long-lasting good quality of life

Public participation in community development in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province

Peerapat Thongyim — 2025-02-12

This research aimed to 1. Study the participation of people in community development in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province. 2. Compare the participation of people in community development in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province, classified by gender, age, education level, and marital status.

The research results found that the participation in community operations of people in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province was at a moderate level overall. When considering each aspect, the order of the results from most to least is as follows: Participation in community projects/activities, such as traditions and sports, was at a moderate level; Participation in community development operations was at a moderate level; Participation in selecting committees for community development activities was at a low level; Participation in planning of people in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province was at a moderate level overall. When considering each aspect, all aspects were at a moderate level. Participation in decision-making of people in Village No. 9, Ngio Rai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Lop Buri Province was at a moderate level overall. When considering each aspect, all aspects were at a moderate level.

Waste management behavior of people in Pai Yai Subdistrict, Ban Mi District, Lop Buri Province

Lalita Poolputtha — 2024-12-31

This research aims to 1) study the behavior of waste management of people in Tambon Phai Yai, Amphoe Ban Mi, Lop Buri Province, classified by gender, age, education level, occupation, income, and length of stay in Tambon Phai Yai. Data were collected from questionnaires using a sample of 400 people. The tools used for data collection were questionnaires, and statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The results of the study found that the waste management behavior of people in Tambon Phai Yai, Amphoe Ban Mi, Lop Buri Province was at a level of not practicing at all. When classified by each aspect, it was found that reuse had the highest average value, followed by waste separation and waste reduction, respectively. As for the results of the comparison of waste management behavior of people in Tambon Phai Yai, Amphoe Ban Mi, Lop Buri Province, classified by personal status, it was found that people with different genders, ages, education levels, and occupations had different waste management behaviors, with a statistical significance level of 0.05. People with different incomes and length of stay in the area under the responsibility of Khanong Phra Subdistrict Administrative Organization had no different waste management behaviors.

Guidelines for organizing learning activities and participation in the operation of an appropriate school for the elderly in Bang Somboon Subdistrict, Ongkharak District, Nakhon Nayok Province

Yanakorn Topayoon — 2024-12-31

This research aims to 1. Study the level of opinions of the elderly on activities, expectations, and participation in the Bang Somboon Elderly School, Ongkharak District, Nakhon Nayok Province. 2. To present appropriate learning guidelines in the Bang Somboon Elderly School, Ongkharak District, Nakhon Nayok Province. A mixed research method was used, which incorporated the strengths of qualitative and quantitative research. The research instruments were in-depth interviews, group interviews, and questionnaires. The number of key informants was 15 people and the sample size was 100. Sample. The results were analyzed and presented using descriptive statistics.

The research results found that 1) The activities to the Bang Somboon Elderly School, Ongkharak District, Nakhon Nayok Province had an overall average value at a high level, ranked as activities outside the school, activities inside the school, and participation, respectively, with Most average value, consisting of activities of the Bang Somboon Elderly School in terms of religion/traditions, activities of the Bang Somboon Elderly School, field trips, activities of the Bang Somboon Elderly School, and visiting the elderly, respectively. 2) Appropriate learning guidelines for the elderly school in the context of the Bang Somboon Subdistrict, Ongkharak District, Nakhon Nayok Province 2.1. Development of the curriculum of the elderly school that must be consistent with the needs of those involved, learning strengths, weaknesses, and areas that should be continuously improved. 2.2. Development of the lives and well-being of the elderly to have a good quality of life, live with dignity, have potential, and be self-reliant for as long as possible. 2.3. The process of community participation and the creation of a community learning process by implementing actions that lead to a holistic quality of life for the elderly consisting of 4 dimensions: physical, mental, social, and intellectual.