⺠主思路—⾹港政治及⾏政學苑研究專論第六號 PoD-HKAPP Occasional Paper No. 6 「⻑者園區」政策研究⽅向 Policy Study of Elderly Communities

To prioritize the needs of the elderly in terms of location selection and facility offerings, with a focus on improving the physical and mental health of the elderly. [...] To establish nursing training centers and promote the development of elderly technology to address the challenges in the elderly care industry and prepare for long-term development. [...] 16 Study of Elderly Communities Reclaim Public Housing Units to Expedite Allocation: To meet the needs of elderly residents in the community, it is recommended that the government consider reclaiming public housing units that have been allocated to elderly residents moving into the "Elderly Community" and reassign them to other eligible individuals to expedite public housing allocation. [...] We sincerely hope that the government will consider and adopt this proposal, allowing the elderly in Hong Kong to receive higher quality care and services in the "Elderly Community." Conclusion The "Elderly Community" project offers a feasible and attractive housing option for the grassroots elderly population in our society, ensuring that elderly individuals at the grassroots level and those lack. [...] We recommend that the government support and promote the implementation of this project to meet the needs of the elderly population, enhance their quality of life, and establish a society that cares for and respects its elderly citizens.