Journal of Aging and Social Policy

Aims & Scope

Policymakers, practitioners, and researchers need a balanced, thoughtful, and analytical resource to meet the challenge of global aging at a rate that's historically unprecedented.

The Journal of Aging & Social Policy examines the important policy issues that affect the elderly in societies throughout the world.

The Journal of Aging & Social Policy presents insightful contributions from an international and interdisciplinary panel of policy analysts and scholars.

The journal examines and analyzes critical phenomena that affect aging and development and implementation of programs for elders from a global perspective, highlighting not only the United States but also Europe, the Middle East, Australia, Latin America, Asia, and the Asia-Pacific rim.

Issues regularly addressed in the journal include: long-term services and supports; home- and community-based care; nursing-home care; assisted living; long-term care financing; financial security; employment and training; public and private pension coverage; housing; transportation; health care access, financing, and quality; family dynamics; and retirement.

In addition to major issues associated with growing older, the Journal of Aging & Social Policy closely examines the processes for adopting policies and programs at the local, state, and federal levels, examining the interplay of political and economic forces and legal and regulatory constraints on addressing the major challenges posed by the “greying” of society.

The Journal of Aging & Social Policy is an essential source for critical and historical analysis, cutting-edge thought and discussion on age-based policy, and is a must for educators, practitioners, researchers, administrators, and other readers who work with or are concerned about older adults.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.1
2024	2.00

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8961

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	417

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.643

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	48

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Nursing and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Recovering from the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Focus on Older Adults

  Citation: 305

  Authors: Nancy, Natalie, Emma

• When Going Digital Becomes a Necessity: Ensuring Older Adults’ Needs for Information, Services, and Social Inclusion During COVID-19

  Citation: 251

  Authors: Bo, Neil, Karen, Jeffrey, Miyong T., Anjum

• Commentary: The Emergence and Application of Active Aging in Europe

  Citation: 221

  Authors: Alan

• An Overview of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Around the World

  Citation: 206

  Authors: Kelly G., Francis G.

• The Coronavirus and the Risks to the Elderly in Long-Term Care

  Citation: 175

  Authors: William, David, Nicholas

• Pension Reform in China

  Citation: 150

  Authors: Tao, Li

• The Unique Impact of COVID-19 on Older Adults in Rural Areas

  Citation: 147

  Authors: Carrie

• Bereavement in the Time of Coronavirus: Unprecedented Challenges Demand Novel Interventions

  Citation: 137

  Authors: Deborah, Kathrin, Sara

• Not Only Virus Spread: The Diffusion of Ageism during the Outbreak of COVID-19

  Citation: 129

  Authors: Federica, Laura D., Maria

• Older Adults and the Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

  Citation: 128

  Authors: Yang, Jan E

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