### Question
What is the definition of family caregiver?


### Answer
The definition of **family caregiver** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 3030s*:

> an adult family member, or another individual, who is an informal provider of in-home and community care to an older individual

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3030s*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-PROGRAMS FOR OLDER AMERICANS > SUBCHAPTER III-GRANTS FOR STATE AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ON AGING > Part E-National Family Caregiver Support Program > subpart i-caregiver support program**

