Elderly Individuals Living Alone in the Central Region, including:

• Fifteen administrative districts of Taichung City(including the urban core, Tun Districts, mountain districts, and Heping District).
• Nantou County: Shuanglong Village (tribal community), Xinyi Township

In response to the growing challenges of an aging society and care gaps for elderly living alone, China Medical University Hospital launched the “Elderly Living Alone Care Project” in 2014. Centered on Taichung’s mountain and Tun districts and Xinyi Township in Nantou County, the project integrates cross-disciplinary teams, community engagement, and precision care to build a holistic support system. Through the “Bridge Builder Model,” it connects elderly individuals with medical, social, technological, and community resources. Services include comprehensive geriatric assessments, remote care, case management, psychological support, and community participation. AI video monitoring and a 24-hour toll-free hotline enhance safety and responsiveness. Using PDCA cycles, the team continuously improves service quality and demonstrates strong execution and human-centered care. The project has significantly reduced loneliness, disability, and dementia risks, while enhancing dignity and well-being. With an SROI of 4.25, this model offers a scalable and replicable solution for elderly care in Taiwan, embodying the ideals of aging in place and holistic care.

Innovative Home-Based Elderly Care Model:

• Centered on medical expertise, providing proactive health tracking and remote support while enhancing home safety (AI video monitoring and smart pillboxes).
• Promotes diverse companionship activities and social interaction; volunteers and care teams engage seniors in creative projects, communication, and reminiscence storytelling, helping them feel cared for and remembered, and turning memories into lasting legacies.