In care

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prepositional phrase

Being watched or looked after by an organization, like the government or other people who are not your parents.

The children are in care because their parents could not look after them.
Visual representation of "in care" - Being watched or looked after by an organization, like the government or other people who are not your parents

Often appears as...

  • children in care
  • placed in care
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Child Welfare Context

Used when children are under the protection of social services, often due to family issues.

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She has been in care since she was five.
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Legal Implications

Refers to formal legal status, indicating child protection services involvement.

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The court decided that the child should be placed in care.
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Temporary Situation

Often implies a temporary arrangement, although the duration can vary.

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Until the parents resolve their issues, the siblings will remain in care.
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