Abstract
Given the ever-increasing number of families that are affected on a daily basis due to incarceration, it is imperative that programs and services are in place to assist this underserved population. This study explores the programs and services available in the County of Napa for families of incarcerated individuals. This qualitative, exploratory study uses a grounded theory and a content analysis philosophical approach. Through a snowball sampling method, ten professionals were selected with expertise in the agency they were employed within the County of Napa. Three themes emerged from the findings : 1) that outreach is not being provided specifically to families of incarcerated individuals, although indirectly some families are receiving services; 2) the identified recipients were the at-risk or special needs youth population; 3) a need for service or programs to families of incarcerated individuals was seen as a gap in services. Implications for social work practice and policy are discussed.