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# Update a worker dependent

> Update a worker dependent.

Update a dependent's details, or set `status` to `inactive` to remove them from
future coverage (e.g. a child who has aged out).

### Parameters

<ParamField path="id" type="string" required>
  ID of the worker dependent.
</ParamField>

<ParamField body="name" type="object">
  The dependent's name.
</ParamField>

<ParamField body="dob" type="string">
  Date of birth.
</ParamField>

<ParamField body="relationship" type="string">
  Relationship to the worker.
</ParamField>

<ParamField body="status" type="string">
  Dependent status. One of `active` or `inactive`.
</ParamField>

### Returns

Returns the updated [Worker dependent object](/reference/worker-dependents/object).