familycarerrights
nounUK /ˈfæmɪli ˈkeərə raɪts/
US /ˈfæməli ˈkerər raɪts/
The special rules that help people who take care of a family member who is sick or needs help.
She learned about familycarerrights so she could take time off work to look after her dad.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Legal protections that stop family carers from losing their job because of their caring duties.
The new law strengthened familycarerrights in the workplace.
3. Benefits and financial support given by the government to people who care for relatives.
He applied for familycarerrights to receive a monthly allowance.
4. The right of a young person to get extra help at school while caring for a family member at home.
The school counselor explained familycarerrights to the student who looks after her brother.