试点启动以来，山东中度以上失能老人领取养老服务消费补贴券14.6万余张

Group 1 - The pilot program in Shandong has issued over 146,000 elderly care service consumption vouchers to moderately and severely disabled elderly individuals since its launch in August [2][3] - The consumption vouchers allow eligible elderly individuals to receive a 40% discount on their out-of-pocket expenses for care services, with a maximum monthly deduction of 800 yuan for institutional care and 500 yuan for home services [3][5] - The program has led to increased participation from various elderly care institutions and organizations, viewing it as an opportunity for service expansion and institutional development [2][7] Group 2 - The uptake of vouchers among elderly individuals residing in care institutions is notably high, with over 70% of eligible residents in certain facilities having claimed the vouchers [3][4] - The program has streamlined the assessment process for elderly individuals, eliminating the need for re-evaluation if they were assessed as moderately or severely disabled within the past year [4] - Home service vouchers have encouraged families to explore various services, such as bathing and cleaning, leading to increased awareness and utilization of these services among disabled elderly individuals [5][8] Group 3 - The consumption voucher initiative has stimulated new demand in the elderly care sector, with increased inquiries and interest from families considering institutional care for their elderly relatives [7] - Companies providing home services, such as bathing, have reported a rise in awareness and inquiries about their offerings due to the voucher program [8] - The Shandong government plans to enhance the awareness and coverage of the elderly care service consumption subsidy policy, aiming to connect more elderly individuals and families with professional care services [8]