Abstract
The purpose of this research study was to examine the perspectives of those involved in the implementation of CARE Court to understand the possible barriers and unintended consequences that may result. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze responses from 8 interviews. Participants from Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yolo counties were selected by using a snowball sampling method. Three themes emerged in the findings: barriers associated with CARE Court, consequences stemming from CARE Court, and resource management services connected to CARE Court. One major finding of this study was that a lack of affordable and adequate housing is a major factor that impedes CARE Court participants progress once completing CARE Court and a reduction in those experiencing homelessness. Recommendations and implications for social work policy and practice are discussed.