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A "family" as defined in HUD regulations, is two or more persons regularly living together, related by blood, marriage, adoption, guardianship or operation of law and will live together in JCHA housing; OR two or more persons who are not so related, but are regularly living together, can verify shared income or resources , and will live together in JCHA housing.  The term family also includes:  elderly family, disabled family, single persons, a foster care arrangement, or a kinship care arrangement.  Other persons, including members temporarily absent, may be considered a part of the applicant family's household if they are living or will live regularly with the family.  Live-in aides are considered part of the applicant's household, however, live-in aides are not considered family members and have no right of tenancy.