European social order changed in the eighteenth century because Enlightenment ideas inspired and pushed for the creation of new welfare programs, as people were attempting to help find ways to alleviate the poor. The Enlightenment and its ideals had an impact on the social order change, allowing for more access to jobs and education. However, in the grand scheme, it was not considered to have a big nor lasting change. The nobility still maintained its influence, money, and high status, while the poor were seen as lazy and were treated poorly. Even though welfare programs were created in an attempt to help the struggling lower classes, they were proved ineffective and were not well supported. The poor and lower classes that were in need were