日前，2025年度中国老科协科学技术奖（简称中国老科协科技奖）获奖名单面向社会正式公布。市 老科协农业分会会员蔡培元喜获中国老科协科学技术奖(个人)。全省老科协系统仅有6人获此殊荣。日 前，市老科协专程走访慰问蔡培元，向他表示祝贺。 蔡培元退休后从屋顶养花需好土的需求出发，创办土壤改良剂厂。他钻研技术，聘请专家开展合 作，以工农业废弃物为原料，转化20多万立方米废料，开发60多种小包装花土花肥，进驻大型超市。他 先后创立两家国家级高新技术企业，与多所高校合作，获13项专利（含10项发明专利），开发多种产业 专用基质。作为老科协会员、农业分会的骨干成员，他常年下乡开展技术指导，公益助农超30万元。 市老科协负责人对蔡培元自强不息、志在兴农以及活到老学到老的创新精神表示钦佩，希望他继续 发挥技术优势，加强新型基质在农业生产中的示范应用，依托农业分会平台分享传播科学技术成果，带 动更多农户走上科技兴农的道路，助力乡村振兴与农业高质量发展，让"老有所为、老有所创"的精神在 更多人心中生根发芽。（邵利民 记者 陈志奎） ...

新华社北京8月20日电 题：深化养老服务改革，推动实现老有所养老有所为 深化养老服务改革发展，是实施积极应对人口老龄化国家战略的迫切要求，事关百姓民生福祉、社 会和谐稳定。 新华社记者朱高祥 "十四五"以来，从制度创新到服务落地，从资源扩容到结构优化，一场惠及亿万老年人的深刻变革 稳步推进，让老年人能有一个幸福美满的晚年。 优化供给格局 健全服务体系 正午时分，浙江省海宁市硖石街道的西山爱心食堂内饭菜飘香。 67岁的刘奶奶告诉记者，她和老伴常在这里吃，既方便又便宜，一荤一素9块钱。 硖石街道有60岁以上老人2.2万余人，约占辖区总人口的三成。为解决高龄老人、空巢老人等用餐 难问题，2023年4月，爱心食堂正式运营，年助餐服务可达11.96万人次。 刘奶奶的生活变化，是我国居家社区养老服务快速发展的缩影。近年来，全国共建成约8.6万个老 年助餐点，各地在政府统筹基础上，注重发挥市场机制作用，因地制宜探索出了"社会餐饮+委托服 务""中央厨房+专业配送"等模式，不断提升老年助餐服务水平。 截至2024年底，我国60周岁及以上老年人口超3.1亿人，占总人口的22%，大部分老年人倾向于在 熟悉、就近就便的环境中安享幸 ...

Core Insights - The increasing popularity of senior universities reflects a shift in elderly individuals' aspirations from mere survival to seeking enjoyment and self-fulfillment [1][3][4] - The current supply of senior education institutions is insufficient to meet the growing demand, leading to challenges in enrollment [8][9] Group 1: Popularity of Senior Universities - Senior universities are thriving, with courses filling up quickly, indicating high demand among elderly learners [1] - Participants express that they gain not only knowledge but also valuable friendships, highlighting the social aspect of these institutions [1][3] - A report indicates that more seniors are pursuing "active aging," focusing on enjoyment and personal achievement rather than just care [1][2] Group 2: Course Offerings and Trends - The curriculum at senior universities is diversifying, including traditional arts and modern skills like AI and video production, but traditional courses still dominate [4][6] - Over 50% of senior universities now offer information technology courses, showing a shift towards more knowledge-based and skill-oriented education [6] - There is a notable demand for courses in health care and information technology, prompting institutions to adapt their offerings [5][6] Group 3: Infrastructure and Teaching Methods - Many senior universities are upgrading their facilities to be more age-friendly, with over 80% equipped with multimedia classrooms [7] - Teaching methods are evolving to encourage more interaction and discussion among elderly students, reflecting their preferences for engaging learning experiences [7] Group 4: Supply and Demand Imbalance - There is a significant gap between the supply of and demand for senior education, with 76,000 institutions serving over 20 million registered students [8][9] - The majority of senior universities are government-run, with a lack of private institutions to meet the educational needs of the elderly [9] Group 5: New Paths in Senior Education - The government is implementing policies to expand educational resources for seniors, encouraging private sector involvement to complement public offerings [10][12] - New business models, such as "health and education tourism," are emerging to cater to the complex needs of the elderly population [10][12] - Collaboration between private institutions and public universities is seen as a way to enhance service quality and market competitiveness [12]

Group 1 - The core idea of the article revolves around the vibrant community activities in the Quan Yun Village community, particularly focusing on the establishment and success of the "Happy Art Point Choir" led by Wang Yuhong, which has become a significant part of the residents' lives [4][5][14] - Wang Yuhong, a 65-year-old retiree, founded the choir after her retirement, and it has grown to include 40-45 regular members, making it the largest among the community's 19 cultural teams [4][5] - The community's new activity room, established in 2019, has provided a dedicated space for various teams, allowing for organized schedules and a sense of belonging among residents [5][6] Group 2 - The community has seen a rapid expansion of cultural teams, from seven or eight to nineteen, due to the popularity of the new activity room, which has become a sought-after resource [6] - The choir practices on Mondays and Fridays, emphasizing a serious approach to their singing, with members treating it as a new career [6][7] - Wang Yuhong's leadership and the community's support have fostered a positive environment where residents can pursue their interests and find joy in their activities [14][15] Group 3 - The article highlights the personal growth and fulfillment experienced by residents, such as Wang Ru, who transitioned from caring for her grandchildren to pursuing her passion for opera after the establishment of the community's activity room [10][12] - The community's activities not only provide entertainment but also serve as a source of emotional support and social interaction for the elderly, helping them combat loneliness [15] - The introduction of a young teacher for the choir has created an interesting dynamic, showcasing the mutual learning experience between generations [17]

Group 1 - The Ministry of Civil Affairs and 19 other departments issued guidelines to support elderly social participation, with goals set for 2029 and 2035 [1] - The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance plan to recruit 21,000 special post teachers nationwide this year [1] - The National Healthcare Security Administration reported that instant settlement has covered 77% of coordinated areas [1] Group 2 - The EU will cancel the tariff exemption policy for Ukrainian agricultural products [2] - The US government has prohibited Harvard from recruiting international students, requiring existing foreign students to transfer [2] - An accident occurred at a gold mine in South Africa, trapping approximately 300 miners underground [2] Group 3 - Japan's Wakayama Prefecture will return four giant pandas to China on June 28 [4] - A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the southwest coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, causing damage to multiple buildings [4] Group 4 - A cash amount of 1.57 million yuan remains unclaimed, prompting the police in Meizhou, Guangdong to seek the owner [6] Group 5 - A rumor about a child jumping from a building due to unfair treatment at school led to the arrest of the person spreading the rumor [9] - A court ruled that a company must compensate an employee 30,000 yuan after the employee was dismissed for refusing a work assignment during wedding preparations [9] Group 6 - The Hong Kong Ocean Park held a media preview event for the giant panda twins and their mother, with public viewing starting on May 27 [11]

Core Viewpoint - The joint guidance issued by 19 departments emphasizes the importance of enabling the elderly to actively participate in society, aiming for a comprehensive approach to support their social engagement by 2029 and 2035 [1][2]. Group 1: Rationale for the Guidance - China has the largest elderly population globally, with over 310 million people aged 60 and above by the end of 2024, accounting for approximately 22% of the total population [2]. - The guidance promotes the idea that elderly individuals are a societal asset rather than a burden, particularly focusing on those aged 60 to 69 who possess valuable life experiences and skills [2]. Group 2: Promoting Elderly Social Participation - The "Silver Age Action" has seen over 7 million elderly volunteers participating in various projects, benefiting more than 400 million people [3]. - The guidance aims to enhance the content and models of elderly volunteer services, improve registration and certification processes, and develop suitable insurance products for elderly volunteers [3]. Group 3: Improving Quality of Participation - The guidance addresses common issues faced by the elderly, such as access to education and travel, by enhancing the construction of national elderly universities and encouraging discounts for elderly individuals in cultural and recreational venues [4]. - Future initiatives are expected to improve the efficiency of educational and cultural services for the elderly, thereby enhancing their quality of social participation [4]. Group 4: Expanding Elderly Consumption Scenarios - The "silver economy" is recognized for its significant potential, with the guidance focusing on expanding consumption scenarios and optimizing the consumption environment for the elderly [5][6]. - Policies will support the development of diverse products and services in education, culture, and sports, while also promoting accessibility in public spaces and transportation for the elderly [6].

Group 1 - The core initiative is the "Colorful Silver Age Action" which aims to engage younger elderly individuals in community service, transforming them from "service recipients" to "service providers" [1][2] - The community has established a four-level volunteer service network, comprising 725 silver-age volunteers and 12 community "Colorful Silver Age" teams, enhancing grassroots governance [2] - The "Silver Age Power" is recognized as a stabilizing force in grassroots governance, with elderly volunteers actively participating in neighborhood mediation and community improvements [2] Group 2 - The initiative plans to add 1,000 new "Colorful Silver Age" volunteers this year and conduct 100 volunteer service activities, aiming to integrate these services into community governance [3] - A reward system has been implemented where volunteers can accumulate points for their service, redeemable for various benefits, including skill enhancement and daily life services [2]