This document discusses systems integration to improve services for families experiencing homelessness or housing instability. It describes initiatives to serve young homeless mothers and their children, as well as families where the mother has mental health or substance abuse issues. The document emphasizes that systems integration is important to address barriers families face in accessing services across sectors like housing, child welfare, employment, child care and healthcare. It provides examples of relationship building, needs assessments, training, and coordination to better connect families to mainstream resources and support continuity of care.