### Question
What is the definition of eligible person?


### Answer
The definition of **eligible person** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 11392*:

> an individual who—


(A) is seriously mentally ill and resides primarily in a public or private place not designed for, or ordinarily used as, a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings, which may include occasional residence in an emergency shelter

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11392*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part D-Safe Havens for Homeless Individuals Demonstration Program**

