Provocative miniskirt dance used to encourage elderly residents to take medication — sparking public outrage
On September 24, a verified nursing home on a social media platform in Anyang, Henan province, posted a clip showing a woman in a short miniskirt dancing provocatively in front of a seated elderly man. In the video, the dancer wears a school-uniform style outfit paired with black knee-high socks, gyrating her hips as another staff member in a blue uniform approaches the male resident to administer medication. The nursing home's online profile describes itself as 'a joyful retirement home run by a post-90s director, deeply committed to bringing happiness to the elderly,' and states its mission to 'enhance the quality of life in old age.'
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What happened: A video shows a staff member dancing provocatively in front of a resident to push medication
On September 24, a verified nursing home in Anyang, Henan province, posted a clip showing a woman in a short miniskirt dancing provocatively in front of a seated elderly man. In the clip, the dancer wears a school-uniform style outfit with black knee-high socks, moving energetically as another staff member in a blue uniform approaches to administer medication. The facility’s online profile describes itself as a joyful retirement home run by a post-90s director, deeply committed to bringing happiness to the elderly, with a mission to enhance the quality of life in old age.
Public reaction and concerns about dignity
The clip sparked swift criticism online, with many calling the act inappropriate and demeaning to elderly residents. Advocates for elder care warned that such tactics risk violating residents’ dignity and may undermine trust in caregiving facilities. Many commenters urged accountability and clearer guidelines on how facilities should interact with residents and administer medications.
A mismatch: The home’s stated mission vs. the incident
The nursing home’s public profile presents it as a joyful place run by a post-90s director, dedicated to bringing happiness to the elderly. The video appears to contradict that mission, raising questions about ethics, boundaries, and the proper way to support residents’ health and autonomy. The incident underlines broader concerns about staff training, consent, and the use of entertainment in care settings.
