Enhancing the Effectiveness of Public Health Policies on the Health of Older Adults: The Crucial Role of Social Work

We are writing to highlight the significant role of social work in enhancing the effectiveness of public health policies aimed at improving the health of older adults. Current research primarily focuses on the formulation and implementation of public health policies and their impact on the health of older adults, often overlooking the crucial bridging role played by social workers.1 Social workers collaborate with older individuals, their families, and community resources to assist in decision making.