The Young Family Critical Time Intervention (CTI) model was designed to provide continuous assistance to young homeless families as they transition from shelters to stable housing. CTI is a time-limited, structured case-work model that utilizes housing first and provides continuity of care from homelessness to housing. As adapted for young homeless families, it focuses on both the strengths and needs of young parents. The first implementation of the Young Family CTI model was the Second Chances Program in Westchester County, NY, which included a program evaluation component and resulted in positive outcomes such as reduction in risky behaviors and an increase in income and independence.