By 2025, the elderly population had risen to 11.4%, or more than 1.57 million people - the largest in Vietnam, increasing by nearly 684,000 over eight years, or about 85,000 annually. The rapid rise has exceeded earlier forecasts, creating urgent demand for expanded healthcare, social services and infrastructure tailored to senior citizens. Removing bottlenecks in elderly care developmentThe city is drafting a long-term plan to develop elderly care facilities through 2030 and beyond, based on a four-tier care ecosystem prioritising home- and community-based care, followed by support for independent living, specialised nursing and dementia care, and hospital-based treatment combined with workforce training. Proposals also include integrating elderly care services into residential apartment complexes. Experts note that socialisation of elderly care is essential, as the state alone cannot meet rising demand.

Source: VietNamNet News March 21, 2026 21:59 UTC