[koheripbal]

The programs you suggest should treat these individuals DO exist. Typically the people afflicted with addiction and/or mental health issues refuse treatment.

I have seen well intentioned social workers walking through these tents cities trying to bring people in for treatment. They do not want to go.

Should we force people into facilities they cannot leave so that they can be treated?

It is a similar story for homeless shelters. The issue isn't the availability of beds - it is that the homeless do not want to stay in the shelter.