Europe here. In general our taxes are higher but the infrastructure for healthcare and social safety nets are much better compared to US. Many (not all) EU cou

Europe here. In general our taxes are higher but the infrastructure for healthcare and social safety nets are much better compared to US. Many (not all) EU countries have more robust welfare systems. This includes healthcare, income support for those in need. Also accessible mental health and drug abuse treatment programs are common. Overall this prevents homelessness. If you are homeless there are several programs to get you back on track. This includes shelters, (temporary) housing, financial support, work, food, coaching, healthcare, priority for social housing. Families (with kids) are not common to be homeless. Often there are special programs to get them off the street asap. Still there are some differences between EU countries. In west Europe there are better systems in place.