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group home

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noun

  1. a substitute home, usually located in a residential neighborhood, providing foster care for orphans, delinquents, disabled persons, or others with special needs.


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The judge ordered her to be housed in a group home for high-risk male teens and young adults.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Pranom thought about her son, who lived in a group home for adults with disabilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

Orphaned at birth, Kurashov was raised in a group home.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2025

He wanted to return to a group home or some other community setting where he could receive the care he needs without being confined.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024

Gone beyond just leaving the group home where we were still supposed to be.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña

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