Building Hope, Stability, and Stronger Futures

Everyone deserves to be seen. At Pathways to Resilience, we support two groups who are too easily overlooked—children living in group homes and veterans navigating life after service—with compassionate care, steady advocacy, and a community that believes in them. Because with the right support, every person can go from surviving to thriving.

A Supportive Space For Healing Minds And Building Resilience!

At Pathways to Resilience, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to heal, grow, and find their place in a community that truly sees them. We walk alongside two groups whose strength often goes unrecognized: children navigating life in group homes, and veterans navigating life after service. For both, we work to turn hardship into a foundation for something brighter.

For Children in Group Homes

We provide programs that nurture emotional well-being, life skills development, and a sense of belonging—empowering them to thrive despite life’s challenges. Through mentorship, creative expression, and consistent support, we help young people build the confidence and tools they need to imagine a future that feels possible. Every child deserves to know they are capable, worthy, and never alone.

For Veterans

We offer resources that support successful transitions, mental health, and renewed purpose after service. From connecting veterans with community and care to creating spaces where their experiences are honored, we’re committed to helping those who served find stability, healing, and a renewed sense of meaning in civilian life.

Our Mission

Guided by empathy, integrity, and community collaboration, our mission is to ensure that every child and every veteran we serve feels seen, supported, and valued. We know lasting change doesn’t happen in isolation—it grows through partnership, compassion, and showing up for one another.

Dr. Craig Jorden Jr.

Born and raised in Tampa, Florida, Dr. Jorden is a proud product of the local community, having attended Robles Elementary, Williams Middle School, and Middleton High School. He began his service in the United States Air Force Reserve in 2009 and is a combat veteran. While serving, he pursued his education, earning an associate degree from Hillsborough Community College and graduating with honors from South University’s BSN program in 2017. He went on to work as a registered nurse at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, providing care across acute, chronic, and behavioral health settings. In 2018, he commissioned as a clinical nurse in the Air Force and later served as a clinical instructor at both Jersey College and Hillsborough Community College. He pursued advanced education through the BSN-to-DNP program at the University of South Alabama, becoming a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2021.

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