### Question
How does the law define care?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5119c*, **care** is defined as:

> the provision of care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5119c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 67-CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT AND ADOPTION REFORM > SUBCHAPTER VI-CHILD ABUSE CRIME INFORMATION AND BACKGROUND CHECKS**

