Definition of Social Policy, Social Services, Social Work and Social Welfare
Social Policy: Social policy is policy usually within a governmental or political setting, such as the welfare state and study of social services.
Social Services: Social services are a range of public services provided by the government, private, and non-profit organizations. These public services aim to create more effective organizations, build stronger communities, and promote equality and opportunity.
Social Work: Social work is a profession concerned with helping individuals, families, groups and communities to enhance their individual and collective well-being. It aims to help people develop their skills and their ability to use their own resources and those of the community to resolve problems.
Social Welfare: A social welfare system provides assistance to needy individuals and families. The types and amount of welfare available to individuals and families vary depending on the country, state or region.