Relative caregiver

A relative caregiver is a family member or someone connected to the child, such as a grandparent, aunt, or older sibling, who takes on the responsibility of caring for a child when the child's parents are unable to do so. This arrangement often occurs due to situations like parental illness, absence, or other challenges. Relative caregivers provide a familiar and stable environment, helping to maintain the child's emotional and developmental well-being, while often working with social services or legal systems to formalize their caregiving role.