What is the definition of a family?

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We define family as a group of individuals who are any of the following:

  • Mother or father
  • Sister or brother
  • Wife, husband or partner (same or different sex)
  • Son or daughter (including fostered or adopted children)
  • Grandparent or grandchild
  • Parent-in-law
  • Son-in-law or daughter-in-law
  • Sister-in-law or brother-in-law
  • Step-parent
  • Step-child
  • Step-brother or step-sister
  • Legal guardian

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