The National Resource Center on Children and Families of the Incarcerated
About:
Title: See You Soon
Publisher: Rutgers U.
Ages: Adults who have family members in the prison system, especially those who are caring for children
Summary:
An estimated 5 million children in the U.S. have had at least one parent in prison or jail in their lifetime.
NRCCFI is the oldest and largest organization in the U.S. focused on children and families of the incarcerated and programs that serve them.
Disseminating accurate and relevant information
Guiding the development of family strengthening policy and practice
Training, preparing, and inspiring those working in the field
Including the families in defining the issues and designing solutions
What our Vetting Team has to say:
“-Has a state-based list of organizations that support families of incarcerated individuals”.
-The Children of Incarcerated Parents Library on the site has links to tons of resources about supporting families, including a comprehensive pamphlet about preparing children for visits to their incarcerated family member”.
