将老年人转化为“城市财富” 专家学者建议构建分层开发人力资源机制和各年龄友好的劳动力市场架构

Group 1 - The elderly population in Shanghai is projected to reach 5.7762 million by the end of 2024, accounting for 37.6% of the total registered population, highlighting the urgency of addressing aging issues [1] - Experts from various fields gathered to discuss strategies for transforming the challenges of an aging society into opportunities, focusing on activating elderly human resources and improving guardianship systems [1] Group 2 - There is a need to address legal and regulatory gaps in elderly care, with suggestions to expedite legislation on guardianship, social benefits for the elderly, and standards for age-friendly urban development [2] - The recent case of an elderly woman passing away without close relatives has raised awareness about the importance of guardianship systems among the elderly [2] Group 3 - The increasing number of elderly individuals with functional disabilities poses a burden on social and family care, emphasizing the role of exercise medicine in promoting health and extending self-care capabilities among the elderly [3] - Recommendations include promoting exercise as a means to enhance health and create a healthier aging population [3] Group 4 - The concept of "investing in people" should be adopted in elderly services, with policies aimed at guiding the development of a comprehensive elderly service industry [4] - The integration of scattered medical and care resources into a cohesive elderly service network is essential for innovation in service models and product development [4] Group 5 - Developing elderly human resources is crucial for addressing aging challenges and transforming them into opportunities, with a focus on creating a "non-aging city" model in Shanghai [5] - Barriers to elderly employment include a lack of legal protections, skill mismatches, and societal perceptions, necessitating a layered approach to human resource development [5][6] Group 6 - A governance system that balances social value and individual needs is necessary to facilitate the integration of elderly and youth labor resources, aiming to turn the elderly from a "burden" into "wealth" for the city [6]