Building Hope, Stability, and Stronger Futures

At Pathways to Resilience, we are dedicated to supporting two of our community’s most vulnerable and deserving populations—children living in group homes and military veterans who have served our country with honor. Through compassionate care, advocacy, and wraparound support services, we work to restore hope, strengthen resilience, and create pathways to lasting stability.

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A supportive space for healing minds and building Resilience!

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. For veterans, we offer resources that support successful transitions, mental health, and renewed purpose after service.

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. Together, we are building brighter futures—one life, one family, and one community at a time.

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Meet the Founder

Dr. Craig Jorden Jr

DNP, PMHNP-BC
Captain Air Force Reserve
Founder, Executive Director

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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