As Taiwan moves toward becoming a super-aged society, the proportion of citizens aged 65 and above continues to rise. Combined with the ongoing trend of declining birth rates, housing for the elderly has become a critical issue that must be addressed. At the same time, with the growing demand for elderly residents to live in social housing, it is essential to consider how to plan public service spaces and enhance quality of life in order to achieve healthy aging. These are key areas that require joint efforts and collaboration across different sectors.
In response to this issue, our institute (ABRI) organized the “Academic Symposium on the Development of Social Housing in an Aging Society” on October 1, 2025, at the 15th-floor International Conference Hall of the Dapinglin Joint Office Building. The event brought together several experts and scholars to share their professional insights. Professor Cheng-Hsiung Chen discussed “Trends in Elderly Housing Community Development and the Future Role of Social Housing.” Architect Po-Tsung Chen examined “Post-Occupancy Evaluation of Public Service Spaces in Social Housing from the Perspective of Active and Healthy Aging.” Honorary Chairman Chih-Yuan Chang delivered a presentation on “Smart and Age-Friendly Social Housing: Policies, Technologies, and Future Management Trends.” Chairman Chia-Ming Tsai shared research on “Post-Occupancy Evaluation of Housing Units in Social Housing from the Perspective of an Age-Friendly Environment.” Finally, Section Chief Jung-Chih Hsin introduced “Active Aging: Health Promotion and Daily Living Practices among Elderly Residents in Social Housing.”
The symposium concluded with a panel discussion, during which all speakers and participants exchanged ideas and engaged in in-depth discussions. Approximately 140 participants attended the event, contributing to an enthusiastic and interactive atmosphere. Through the sharing and dialogue facilitated by this symposium, it is hoped that new innovations and strategies will emerge to guide the future design and management of social housing—ensuring that Taiwan’s social housing is not only affordable but also provides a high-quality, safe, and supportive living environment that embodies the core values of autonomy, independence, inclusion, and sustainability.