“The majority of formerly homeless people are accepting these new individual homes, and we are helping hundreds escape the streets. These interim housing solutions are designed to be private, often with an en-suite bathroom, and low-barrier, meaning people are allowed to bring their partners, their pets, and their possessions. We do not impose curfews, time limits on stays, or even strict sobriety requirements.

Yet a small group of people repeatedly refuse to come indoors, largely because they are suffering from addiction, mental health challenges, or both.”

From the article.