Group 1 - The forum focused on "smart elderly care products" and discussed how to integrate technology into elderly services to transition from "conceptual expectations" to "value creation" [1] - By the end of 2024, the proportion of residents aged 60 and above in Zhejiang Province is expected to exceed 20%, indicating a deepening aging society that presents both challenges and opportunities for the elderly care industry [1] - Zhejiang Province, as a stronghold of digital economy and manufacturing, has significant advantages in developing the smart elderly care industry [1] Group 2 - The report analyzed the current dilemma of the smart elderly care product market, highlighting the gap between demand and supply, where consumers are hesitant to use these products due to a lack of understanding [2] - The report aims to address how to transform high-end "smart products" into accessible "daily necessities" and proposes solutions such as "demand defining products, scenario-driven innovation, and ecosystem co-creation" [2] - A roundtable forum gathered representatives from various sectors, including elderly services, IoT, health industry, and real estate development, to explore development paths for the smart elderly care industry [2]

Core Viewpoint - The development of smart elderly care products and services in Jiangsu province is addressing the urgent needs of the aging population, with a focus on enhancing quality of life and reducing caregiver burdens through innovative technologies and community support systems [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] Group 1: Smart Elderly Care Innovations - The establishment of experience centers for elderly care in Jiangsu aims to provide a comprehensive range of smart care products, including over 300 types of intelligent nursing devices [1][2] - The introduction of robots, such as the "two-excretion collection robot," is significantly improving care efficiency and hygiene for elderly patients in nursing homes [3] - Jiangsu has 91 smart health and elderly care products listed in the national promotion directory, leading the country in this regard [3] Group 2: Community Support and Services - The "Xixin Medical Care" platform integrates various government services to provide tailored home care solutions for elderly residents, successfully completing nearly 880,000 home assistance requests [5] - The province has established a network of 18,000 community elderly care service stations and 5,300 urban comprehensive elderly care centers, creating a "15-minute elderly care service circle" [6] Group 3: Engaging the Younger Elderly Population - The demographic of elderly individuals aged 60 to 69 is significant, comprising 49.3% of the elderly population, which presents an opportunity to harness their potential for social contributions [7][8] - Initiatives like the Huishan Elderly University are empowering older adults to share their skills and knowledge, fostering community engagement and personal development [7][8] - The shift in elderly needs from survival to development is driving growth in various sectors, including healthcare, elderly care, and cultural tourism [8]

Group 1 - The aging population in China presents a significant challenge, necessitating the development of services that ensure elderly individuals are well cared for and supported [1] - The rapid advancement of technologies such as AI and robotics is transforming elderly care from a labor-intensive model to a technology-assisted one, enhancing service efficiency and quality [1] - The Chinese government has emphasized the acceleration of smart elderly care development, predicting that the market size for smart elderly care will reach 7.21 trillion yuan by 2025 [1] Group 2 - The release of international standards for elderly care robots and the promotion directory for smart health elderly care products will help meet the diverse needs of the elderly and foster industry growth [2] - Various regions in China are actively developing smart elderly care, with initiatives like Beijing's smart elderly rehabilitation equipment industry demonstration zone and Shanghai's "elderly care + internet hospital" model [2] - Despite the rapid development of smart elderly care, challenges such as complex product operations and inconsistent service quality need to be addressed [2] Group 3 - Smart elderly care products must be designed with the actual needs and convenience of the elderly in mind, focusing on improving their quality of life and alleviating care pressures [3] - The government is promoting pilot projects for smart elderly service robots to ensure effective application in various settings such as homes and communities [3] - Ethical considerations and market demand compatibility are crucial for the responsible advancement of technology in elderly care, necessitating a robust regulatory framework [3]

健全智慧养老服务体系。依托大数据技术，逐步建立全国范围内的老年人健康档案和需求数据库并推动 相关数据公开，更好服务于智慧养老产业发展。借助数字技术，破除"信息孤岛"，推进跨部门协作与资 源整合，联合养老机构、医疗、社保等多部门，构建"一站式"智慧养老服务平台。开展数字技能与素养 培训，提升老年人对智慧养老的接受度。 推进人才培养与技术创新。与传统养老不同，智慧养老对技术要求更高，这就需要统筹职业教育、高等 教育、继续教育协同创新，培养一批符合智慧养老行业发展需求的复合型人才。深化职普融通、产教融 合、科教融汇，推动教育链、人才链与产业链、创新链紧密衔接，促进智慧养老相关技术更新，提升智 慧养老服务的效率与质量。 完善智慧养老市场机制。结合智慧养老实践场景，积极探索远程健康管理平台、社区智慧养老服务、个 性化居家照护等多元化智慧养老商业模式。建立跨部门的统筹协调机制，充分激发市场活力，培育龙头 企业，形成规模经济和范围经济，提升智慧养老的普惠性与可及性。 目前，在数字技术加持下，智慧养老已经变得触手可及。从穿戴设备监测健康数据，到远程医疗实现专 家问诊；从AI食堂自动记录饮食情况，到24小时定位行动轨迹检测；从 ...

Group 1 - The smart elderly care sector is witnessing the emergence of new technologies and models that are creating various application scenarios for the silver economy [1][2] - The "Smart Long-term Care Insurance Operation Management Platform" aims to address pain points in service delivery for disabled elderly individuals, enhancing service quality and fraud prevention [2][3] - The "Long-term Care Core" product enhances existing sleep monitoring devices with automatic auditing features to verify service authenticity and quality [2][3] Group 2 - Companies are shifting from merely providing products to becoming "scene architects" that lead the lifestyle of the elderly, focusing on proactive health and technology empowerment [3][6] - The "Digital Health Management Platform" allows elderly individuals to assess their health across multiple dimensions and receive personalized health prescriptions [3][5] - The market for innovative rehabilitation aids, such as the "standing electric wheelchair," is gaining attention, with government subsidies available for buyers [5] Group 3 - The silver economy is projected to reach 19.1 trillion yuan by 2035, accounting for 27.8% of total consumption and 9.6% of GDP, with further growth expected by 2050 [7] - The number of elderly care enterprises in China has increased from 9,529 in 2013 to 76,132 in 2024, indicating a positive outlook for the silver economy [7] - Challenges include insufficient effective demand from the elderly, as their needs are often specific and difficult to articulate, necessitating better assessment methods [7][8] Group 4 - High costs of smart care robots and health monitoring devices pose a financial burden on care institutions and families, while the elderly's willingness to pay for new services needs to be cultivated [8] - Suggestions include financing leasing services for equipment manufacturers and implementing a pay-for-performance model based on health improvement metrics [8] - Exploring "insurance + service" models can provide elderly individuals with preventive health services, potentially reducing the likelihood of illness or accidents [8]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increasing focus on elderly care services in China, particularly through the integration of technology such as artificial intelligence and robotics, as the country faces a significant aging population, projected to reach 220 million people aged 65 and above by the end of 2024 [1]. Group 1: Smart Elderly Care Models - Shanghai is implementing a "smart" elderly care model, aiming to establish at least 100 smart nursing homes by the end of 2025, with over 70 already built [1][2]. - Smart nursing homes utilize intelligent devices, such as smart mattresses that transmit health data to caregivers, enhancing the efficiency of care services [3][4]. - The introduction of smart technology allows caregivers to focus on services that cannot be replaced by technology, improving overall care quality [3]. Group 2: Integration of Healthcare Services - Some nursing homes in Shanghai are exploring the "nursing home + internet hospital" model, connecting elderly residents with quality medical resources through online consultations and remote diagnostics [4][6]. - This model allows for online appointment scheduling, remote medical consultations, and prescription deliveries directly to nursing homes [6]. Group 3: Home-Based Elderly Care Innovations - In Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, a "smart home care service system" provides 24-hour health monitoring and emergency services for elderly residents at home [7]. - The system utilizes big data to create visual health profiles and sends alerts to family members and healthcare providers in case of abnormalities [9]. Group 4: Smart Dining Solutions - In Lanzhou, Gansu Province, smart dining solutions are being implemented in elderly canteens, featuring facial recognition payment systems and AI nutritionists [10][12]. - The integration of smart technology in meal preparation and service enhances the dining experience for elderly individuals, ensuring nutritional balance and operational efficiency [12]. Group 5: Comprehensive Elderly Service Platforms - A new service platform in Lanzhou consolidates various services such as medication delivery, appointment scheduling, and maintenance requests, simplifying the process for elderly users [13]. - The platform has expanded to multiple cities in Gansu, with over 80,000 elderly individuals registered to benefit from its services [13].

Core Viewpoint - The aging population in China is rapidly increasing, with projections indicating that by the end of 2024, there will be 310 million individuals aged 60 and above, and 220 million aged 65 and above, highlighting the urgent need for diverse and high-quality elderly care services [1] Group 1: Current State of Elderly Care Services - The main forms of elderly care services in China include home care, community care, and institutional care, with institutional care being less prevalent but offering stronger professional services [2] - As of this year, there are 404,000 various elderly care institutions and facilities across the country, with nursing beds in these institutions accounting for 62.2% of total beds [2] - Home care is the most common form of elderly care, fulfilling over 90% of the demand, with services such as meal assistance, bathing, cleaning, and medical care increasingly being provided at home [2] Group 2: Community Care Development - Community care plays a crucial role in supporting home care, with significant developments in various regions, such as over 21,000 community care facilities in Guangdong and more than 2,800 community care service stations in Chongqing [3] - The Ministry of Civil Affairs is promoting a coordinated approach among three types of elderly care services to ensure comprehensive support for the elderly across different living environments [3] Group 3: Technological Integration in Elderly Care - The rise of smart elderly care is being driven by advancements in technology, with AI robots being developed to assist in daily activities and health monitoring for the elderly [4] - The smart elderly care market in China is projected to reach 7.21 trillion yuan by 2025, indicating a significant growth opportunity for technology-driven solutions in the elderly care sector [4][5] Group 4: Challenges in the Elderly Care Sector - The elderly care industry faces several challenges, including imbalances in urban and rural development, insufficient age-friendly facilities, a shortage of professional caregivers, and varying service quality [6] - There is a pressing need for a collaborative ecosystem involving elderly care institutions, medical facilities, and technology companies to meet the diverse needs of the elderly population [6] Group 5: Talent Development in Elderly Care - To address the shortage of skilled personnel in the elderly care sector, the Ministry of Civil Affairs and other departments have issued guidelines to attract, train, and retain talent in this field [7] - The next decade is critical for implementing strategies to address the challenges posed by the growing elderly population, necessitating a shift towards a more integrated and quality-focused approach to elderly care services [7]

Group 1 - The 2025 Hong Kong-Macao Shandong Week series of events was held in Hong Kong, featuring the establishment of 7 new offices in Hong Kong and Macao for Shandong, aimed at promoting "Lu" branded agricultural and food products directly to these regions [1][2] - During the event, Shandong state-owned enterprises signed 21 cooperation projects with Hong Kong and Macao partners, covering sectors such as telecommunications, healthcare, and transportation [2] - The establishment of the "Shandong International Talent Workstation" by Shandong's Hualu Group aims to accelerate the gathering of high-end talent in the region [2] Group 2 - A signing ceremony for the construction of a Hong Kong distribution supply chain base for Shandong agricultural and food products was held, launching the "Lu-Hong Kong Direct Train" cross-border supply chain channel [2] - Eight cooperation agreements were signed during the ceremony, and 16 Shandong enterprises received the Hong Kong quality "Zheng" certification, allowing their products to directly access Hong Kong, Macao, and RCEP markets [2] - The event also included a promotional meeting for Shandong's education and cultural tourism resources, resulting in a memorandum of cooperation between Shandong's Education Department and the Hong Kong Vocational Training Council [3]

"在需求增长和政策驱动下，我国智慧养老产业市场持续扩容，已初步形成较为完整的产业生态。"北京 大学人口研究所所长、教授陈功介绍，从上游的传感器、智能硬件、算法平台，到中游的数据运营、系 统集成，再到下游的居家、社区、机构养老深度融合，智慧养老已形成"硬件+软件+服务"的融合链 条，并催生出"智慧养老社区""虚拟养老院"等新业态。 提供多元养老服务 从生存保障到品质追求，科技赋能下的养老图景正在重新定义"老有所养"。商务部研究院流通与消费研 究所副研究员姜照介绍，传统养老模式下，家庭主要承担照料责任，负担相对较重，养老机构大多提供 同质化基本生活服务；智慧养老则充分利用数据信息，精准刻画用户画像，提供个性化、差异化养老服 务。 北京市东城区是北京市老龄化程度较高的城区之一，常住人口老龄化率已达30.4%。为提升养老服务水 平，东城区建设了超千家养老服务驿站，满足老年人多样化服务需求。 小棉袄爱老居家养老服务中心承接了东城区4个街道10个养老服务驿站的运营。打开"小棉袄爱老服务平 台"，每位老人的健康数据一目了然。"通过智能检测设备，我们定期对老人的身体状况进行评估，并生 成个性化照护方案，照护类别涵盖医疗协助、 ...

消除数字鸿沟，营造智慧养老友好环境。围绕提升老年人数字素养，针对不同年龄段、不同认知水平的 老年群体，开展分层分类的数字技能培训，提高老年人对智能设备的接受度和使用能力。强化智慧养老 产品适老化改造，在开发设计过程中充分考虑老年人生理特点和使用习惯，降低使用门槛。坚持传统服 务方式与智能化服务并行，避免老年人在智能化浪潮中掉队。建立完善的信息安全保障机制，加强老年 人个人信息和数据安全保护，增强其对智慧养老服务的信任度。 （文章来源：经济日报） 当前，智慧养老产业凭借物联网、大数据、云计算和人工智能等新一代信息技术，成为养老服务供给扩 大化、普惠化的重要依托，能够更好地满足"银发族"多样化养老需求，为实现老有所养、老有所依、老 有所乐的民生目标提供了支撑。 强化政策支撑，构建智慧养老产业生态体系。建立跨部门协同机制，制定智慧养老产业发展规划，明确 发展路径、重点任务和支持措施。完善行业标准体系，统一养老服务数据标准、接口标准、技术标准和 服务规范，破除信息壁垒。优化财税支持政策，对智慧养老产品研发、应用推广给予税收优惠，设立专 项资金支持智慧养老示范项目建设。加大金融支持力度，引导金融机构开发智慧养老专项信贷 ...