RT Book, Section A1 Kalmar, Evie A1 Chen, Helen A2 Walter, Louise C. A2 Chang, Anna A2 Chen, Pei A2 Harper, G. Michael A2 Rivera, Josette A2 Conant, Rebecca A2 Lo, Daphne A2 Yukawa, Michi SR Print(0) ID 1180014752 T1 The Social Context of Older Adults T2 Current Diagnosis & Treatment Geriatrics, 3e YR 2021 FD 2021 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781260457087 LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1180014752 RD 2024/10/05 AB Care of older adults occurs within the context of their community and social environment, of which health care generally plays only a small role. Geriatric care is most effectively provided within the framework of an integrated care team who understands the social factors that influence the health and quality of life of older adults and have expertise and knowledge regarding community resources available to assist them and their caregivers. This is particularly important for older adults facing functional decline, cognitive decline, or frailty. This chapter discusses the significance of the social context as it affects the health and care of older adults, focusing on the following areas: