以下文章来源于深圳微时光 ，作者黄小邪 深圳微时光 . 寻找深圳的每一寸惊喜。 本文来自微信公众号： 深圳微时光 ，作者：黄小邪，题图来自：AI生成 在深圳生活的陪诊师易蓉，今年以来大约为10位老人提供了陪伴服务。她感觉，老年人对陪伴的需 求，还没有被市场充分"看见"，很多有陪伴需要的家庭，不知道去哪里找合适的服务者。 一、1.6亿独居老人，被忽略的情 感需求 第五次中国城乡老年人生活状况抽样调查结果显示，2021年，全国老年人生活在空巢家庭 （包括独 居家庭、仅与配偶居住家庭） 的比例为59.7%。北京大学教授赵耀辉在2024年分享的调查数据显 示，我国60岁以上独居老年人 （含仅与配偶居住家庭） 约有1.6亿，其中80岁以上独居者占了一 半。在中国老龄科学研究中心的调查中，78%的老人都把"有人陪"看得比"有人照顾生活"重。 我在社交平台上联系上数位尝试寻找此类工作机会、没有任何相关经验的发帖人，还无一人接到过订 单。在深圳，也有陪诊机构、陪诊师挂出了陪伴服务。 在团购平台上，深圳一家陪护机构挂出了"老年陪伴师"服务，服务内容包含情感陪伴、心理疏导、生 活协助等。客服人员跟我分享了两个过往的服务案例，一个 ...

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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the emerging profession of "outsourced children," who provide companionship and support to elderly individuals, addressing the growing need for care among the aging population in China [3][5][53]. Group 1: Industry Overview - The proportion of empty-nest elderly individuals in China has exceeded 50% as of 2021, with some urban and rural areas surpassing 70%, indicating a significant demand for elderly care services [5][6]. - A study revealed that nearly 80% of surveyed elderly individuals worry about not having anyone to handle emergency medical situations or affairs after their passing [5][6]. Group 2: Service Description - The "outsourced children" service involves individuals who, while initially working in other professions, take on roles to support and accompany elderly clients, often acting as a buffer against potential abuse or neglect [9][10]. - The service includes various tasks such as accompanying elderly individuals to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and mediating conflicts, emphasizing the need for patience and emotional support rather than just physical presence [11][12][19]. Group 3: Client Demographics - Most clients requesting "outsourced children" services are not the elderly themselves but their children or relatives who are unable to provide care due to distance or other commitments [23][24]. - The service is seen as a form of compensation for the absence of family members, rather than an indication of neglect or irresponsibility [26][27]. Group 4: Skills and Training - Successful "outsourced children" require strong communication skills and emotional stability, as many elderly clients are sensitive and may react negatively to perceived disrespect [28][30]. - The team emphasizes the importance of treating elderly clients with respect and understanding, akin to a relative rather than a hired help [29][39]. Group 5: Future Prospects - The demand for "outsourced children" services is expected to grow as family structures change and the need for companionship among the elderly increases [53][55]. - The company plans to develop an app to facilitate easier access to these services, allowing elderly individuals or their families to request assistance as needed [50][51].