### Question
How does the law define caregiver?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 2031*, **caregiver** is defined as:

> a minor child's natural or adoptive parent or parents who live in the home with the minor child

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2031*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-FOOD STAMP PROGRAM**

