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Group 1: Elderly Population Growth and Government Initiatives - The elderly population in Hong Kong aged 65 and above is projected to increase from 1.45 million in 2021 to 2.74 million by 2046, representing 36% of the total population [1] - The Hong Kong government is implementing a "home-based care" policy to provide long-term care services for frail elderly individuals, ensuring they receive appropriate care in the community or care homes [1] - A working group led by the Deputy Financial Secretary has developed a plan for "elderly-friendly building design," focusing on accessibility, flexible residential designs, enhancing elderly well-being, and facilitating the use of technology [1] Group 2: Healthcare System Reforms - The Hong Kong government is reforming the healthcare system with a focus on "prevention first, community-based" care, including a pilot program for chronic disease management that offers partial subsidies for screening services [2] - The voluntary health insurance scheme, launched in April 2019, guarantees renewal of coverage until age 100, providing peace of mind for middle-class elderly individuals seeking private healthcare [2] Group 3: Cross-Border Elderly Care and Medical Cooperation - The "Guangdong Residential Care Service Program" offers additional options for eligible Hong Kong elderly individuals, with 15 participating care homes in six Greater Bay Area cities [3] - The Hong Kong government is expanding the "Elderly Medical Voucher Pilot Program" to allow eligible seniors to use medical vouchers at 21 service points across nine cities in the Greater Bay Area [3] Group 4: Retirement Financial Planning - The Hong Kong government has introduced various retirement financial products, including annuity plans and reverse mortgage schemes, to help retirees convert assets into stable monthly income [4] - Reforms to the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) system aim to streamline administration and encourage employees to actively manage their retirement savings [4] Group 5: Silver Economy Initiatives - The Hong Kong government has established a working group to promote the silver economy, implementing 30 measures to enhance the quality of life for elderly consumers and stimulate economic activity [5][6] - Initiatives include promoting "silver consumption" and "silver quality assurance" to encourage the development of high-quality products and services for the elderly [6] Group 6: Innovation and Technology in Elderly Care - The Hong Kong government is encouraging public research centers to support R&D projects related to elderly technology, aiming to commercialize innovative solutions for elderly care [6] - The "Elderly and Rehabilitation Technology Application Fund" has been expanded to include suitable home-use elderly technology products for eligible care service units [6]