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South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Get elderly housing right and Hong Kong's silver economy can take off
Hong Kong's Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk Wing-hing has announced dozens of measures to promote the 'silver economy' and address the needs of the city's ageing population. These cover five main areas : boosting consumption, developing tailor-made products, promoting quality assurance of 'silver' products, strengthening financial and insurance protection, and encouraging older residents to re-enter the job market. These are all good intentions, but it also begs the question: where is the infrastructure needed to support the measures? An important part of this is suitable housing and a community that encourages ageing Hongkongers to live well and be productive for as long as they would like to be. In 2015, the Housing Society built The Tanner Hill development for aged living, offering world-class facilities. The flats are well-designed, with clever use of compact space, and come with safety measures like grab bars and anti-slip bathroom mats, plus access to user-supported cooking facilities. The premises include clinics offering both Western and Chinese medicines, a library, restaurant, swimming pool, gym and access to services like banking, plus seats in the common lifts. It would be a no-brainer to house outlets there to offer 'silver products' to this exclusive community. But what about those of less modest means? Perhaps we can consider a hybrid living model. Hong Kong could design such a housing estate in three parts. One section of flats could be fitted out with facilities aimed at independent living for senior residents. This would cater to those who want their privacy while maintaining access to medical support, including silver products and services as needed. NGOs could help.
Buzz Feed
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Buzz Feed
41 Wildly Entitled Demands I Can't Believe People Made
NOTE: There is a mention of infant loss in this post. The audacity of asking someone to sell their house to you when it's not even on the market... If you can't read the above, here's what it says:Dear Homeowner,I hope this note finds you well. My family and I pass by your home often, and every time we do, we admire it more. It's exactly what we've been searching for over the past two years, from the curb appeal to that amazing yard, it truly feels like the one we've been hoping we haven't seen the inside, but from everything we can see on the outside — the way the home sits on the lot, the size, the yard — it seems like a perfect fit for our growing family. It's rare that a place just feels right even from the outside, but your home really market is a little wild right now, but we're highly motivated. We have a 16-month-old and another baby arriving in just two short months, so we're eager to move on from the townhouse we've outgrown. More than anything, we dream of a space where our two dogs, who've spent their whole 8 years in townhouses and condos, can finally run and play freely. They've been so patient with us through the years and they deserve a yard like do have a realtor and are fully prepared to move quickly if you've ever thought about selling — now or even in the near future. No pressure at all; we just didn't want to miss the chance to reach out personally, as your home truly feels like the perfect next chapter for our to hear from you. Yeah, no, no one wants to "participate" in this way. I think this person should skip Christmas dinner, because they'll probably find a way to make it about them. What in the world? Does she expect anyone to actually do this? 'Cause so many people just have extra cars lying around... "Can someone give me a car, no questions asked." I'm gonna guess no. I honestly think this ad is sort of hilarious and also wish someone would let me stay in their luxury flat for free, but it's still a wild request. If you can't read the above, it says:Flat/House without a purpose? Let me give it one. Because abandoned luxury is just… Rich Stranger, did you buy an expensive Navi Mumbai flat only to let it rot in silence?? Do you pop up in once a year, claim the dust, then disappear?? Why not lend your flat a soul (me) instead (for free obviously)??Here's the Deal:I'll live in your beautiful, empty, lonely flat:I'll keep it clean and safe.I'll live like a ghost — no noise, no parties, just productivity.I'll pay for water and can kick me out with 2 days' notice…I vanish like I was never This Makes Sense (For You):Not a legal tenant (Say I am a relative if Housing Society asks) = No tenant rent = No rent lies = No guilt (you're already rich).Flat stays alive and aired, not stale and Me:A chill, tidy developer who works long hours.I don't smoke, don't party, don't bring of me as a digital monk with a in Peace of Mind? DM or Comment Below. Let's give your flat a second chance at If your flat has a "reputation" (like a mysterious death/suicide), I'll move in first so you can confidently say, "See? Someone already lived there!" Call it a Vastu Reboot Service™ I'm gonna go out on a limb here and guess they didn't find any takers. I doubt this person found any takers, either. This is straight-up evil. You can read through the messages asking for the items back if you want to get even angrier — they're pretty bad. I don't think you can learn how to build a porch and living room in a weekend with just some spare wood??? Sounds like they just want someone to build it for free. Asking for a roommate who will pay full rent but has to go stay somewhere else every weekend is WILD. This has got to be a joke. This is either a joke or a 10-year-old, but still. If you can't read the above, it says: Can I get the game for free? I'm a pretty big YouTuber (200 subs) and was wondering if I could get this game for free, or u can pay me for a good review. I'll give it a bad one if not. I do not appreciate my patience being tested." Crowdfunding to adopt a cat is wild behavior. If you can't afford the $200 adoption fee, how the hell are you going to be able to afford food, litter, and vet visits? Again — you should not be getting a pet if you can't afford to take care of them! Imagine thinking your neighbor would actually listen to this dumb request. Or this one. If you can't read the above, it says (with typos corrected):Dear [REDACTED],It has come to our attention to our residents of [REDACTED] that the potted plants outside of your porch are not real and are decorations. This will reflect extremely poorly on our houses and other constituents in the area who have real plants, who might wish to sell their homes one day, and buyers running away when they see your plants. Earlier this week, myself and 14 other neighbors (including the state environment official) held a group meeting to discuss the appropriate action necessary to solve this of this writing, we have decided to grant you 2 days to remove the selected plants from your porch. IF you choose not to correspond, there might be an official action taken that will include the police being called to write a lawsuit, or the flowers being removed and discarded quite immediately. You must [comply] within 2 days We have chosen to make this letter anonymous to protect our legal rights and to grant you the same legal you. How in the world did this customer expect this to be on sale? Life tip: Please never, ever do any work for free. It makes people think *this* is okay. "Why didn't you just offer to pay for my shop rent?" Why don't you appreciate the (already wildly generous) offer you did get? You don't get a new free drink if your cat knocks yours over. That's not a thing. This isn't renting. This is cat-sitting, and you have to pay for it, not expect the cat-sitter to pay. (Also...I wonder why they've gone through over 100 roommates?) Repeat after me, kids: this is called taking advantage. I'm not gonna rag on people for needing food, but asking for an ENTIRE Easter dinner is excessive. Tell your family no, or have them bring stuff! I also sympathize with anyone struggling to afford essentials, but these people lost me at wanting a $1500 car. And since when are "fluffy heels" and a tablet essentials? This person wanted someone to pay $100 to clean their yard. Read that again — no, they're not paying that person $100. The cleaner is paying the homeowner. This isn't medieval times. Wood is not payment. $150??? FOR A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER??? It's not just brides and grooms with the entitled wedding-related requests. Why would this person ask how much something costs then be surprised when it actually costs money? I'd LOVE to hear what "famous people" this magazine has writing for them. This person sounds insufferable even without the request to live somewhere for free. And then they had the audacity to list rules? I get that the job market is tough right now, but demanding a job isn't going to do you any favors. Especially when you do it like this. I've actually seen this multiple times, and it always shocks me. Why would anyone change their Instagram name so you can use it??? Boarding early doesn't entitle you to whatever seat you want. Influencer culture is out of control. Though I don't know if I can call this person an influencer. This person has clearly never been to a potluck or picnic party before. My first impression of this person is that they're an entitled asshole. Maybe you shouldn't post on AITA if you think the person you're posting about might see it? And finally, I have to end on the wildest request I've seen.
