Core Insights - By the end of 2024, the elderly population aged 60 and above in China is projected to reach 310 million, accounting for 22% of the total population, while those aged 65 and above will reach 220 million, making up 15.6% of the total population [1] Group 1: Aging Population and Demand - The demand for elderly care is shifting from "survival-oriented" to "quality-oriented" as living standards improve [1] Group 2: Ecological Integration in Elderly Care - Promoting the integration of "ecology + elderly care" is essential for both ecological product value transformation and addressing the challenges of an aging population [1] - Beautiful natural scenery and rich ecological resources are key competitive advantages for the high-quality development of the elderly care industry [1] Group 3: Development Models - Mountainous areas can develop a "forest health care" model, including therapeutic trails and botanical science parks, offering services like "forest bathing + traditional Chinese medicine therapy" [1] - Coastal regions can establish "seaside health care communities" as part of a "coastal health care" model [1] - Rural areas can implement a "countryside elderly care" model by transforming idle farmhouses into ecological health care lodgings, complemented by organic gardens and agricultural experience zones [1] Group 4: Environmental Considerations - Project construction must adhere to ecological red lines, avoiding ecologically sensitive areas for elderly care facility locations [1] - Facilities for wastewater treatment and waste classification must be built simultaneously to ensure environmental safety [1]