There is a critical need for research that documents the effectiveness of geriatric social work practice and interventions.  To establish a rationale for reimbursement for geriatric social work practice within Medicare and Medicaid as well as other public and private payers, IGSW supports research initiatives that promote the use of evidence-based practice interventions in social work.   In addition, IGSW is conducting a randomized clinical trial in a health care setting to demonstrate the effectiveness of targeted geriatric social work interventions. State-of-the-Science meetings will be held to refine research designs, review research findings, and identify appropriate interventions to study.

Key Contact

Bronwyn Keefe, M.S.W., M.P.H.
Assistant Director and Co-Principal Investigator