Social Programs

Definition

Social programs are government initiatives designed to provide support and assistance to specific groups within a society, such as the elderly, low-income families, or the unemployed.

Related terms

Welfare State: A concept where the government plays a key role in protecting and promoting the economic and social well-being of its citizens through direct involvement in people's lives.

Medicaid: A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources.

Social Security: A federal insurance program that provides benefits to retired people and those who are unemployed or disabled.