Core Viewpoint - The aging population in China, with over 310 million people aged 60 and above, has led to a national strategy focusing on addressing the talent shortage in the elderly care industry, particularly among young professionals [1][6]. Group 1: Current Situation - The elderly care industry is facing a significant shortage of young talent, with only about 5 out of 45 graduates from a specific class remaining in the field [5]. - The potential demand for elderly care personnel in China is over 10 million, yet there are only around 300,000 currently employed [6]. Group 2: Initiatives and Innovations - Jiangsu province has pioneered a professional title system for elderly care workers, aiming to retain young talent by providing clear career progression [6][8]. - In 2021, Jiangsu established the first undergraduate program in elderly service and management in collaboration with Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with a 100% employment rate for graduates in 2025 [10]. Group 3: Policy and Incentives - Zhejiang province is implementing a multi-faceted approach that includes policy incentives, improved compensation, and technological enhancements to attract and retain elderly care professionals [11]. - A special allowance system linked to professional skill levels has been introduced in Zhejiang, with over 36 million yuan distributed in 2024 [13]. Group 4: Technological Integration - The integration of technology in elderly care, such as digital twin nursing homes and robots for medication delivery, is being utilized to alleviate the workload of caregivers [15].