Immediate Family

Immediate family refers to a person's closest family members, typically including parents, children, siblings, and spouses. These are individuals with whom one often has the most direct and close familial relationships, frequently sharing emotional bonds and legal responsibilities. In some contexts, immediate family may also encompass grandparents and grandchildren. This term is commonly used in legal, employment, and insurance settings to designate relationships that influence benefits, responsibilities, or decision-making, emphasizing those closest in kinship and primary caregiving or support roles.