About Us

20 Years of Experiences

About Us

A Safe Place to Rebuild. A Supportive Path Forward.

Byrd’s Nest provides safe, supportive transitional housing for women rebuilding their lives after incarceration. We offer a structured environment focused on personal growth, life skills, accountability, and independence.

Our mission is simple: to provide a safe place to begin again and the support needed to build a brighter, more stable future.

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LaTanya Capers

Resident Support & Education Coordinator

April Lewis

Fundraising & Grants Coordinator

Christina Davis

Program Director
Administration & Resident Services

Mary Griffin

Interior Decorator
& Clothing Closet Donation Coordinator.

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Your generosity helps us provide housing, programs, and support services to women rebuilding their lives. Every contribution makes a difference.

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Affordable Transitional Housing

$795 Per Month

Byrd’s Nest offers affordable transitional living options for women who have been released within the last 365 days and have an established support system in the Jacksonville community.

Our housing program provides a safe and structured environment for women working toward long-term stability, employment, and independent living.

Meet Our Founder

Ms. Valencia Byrd, Founder

Byrd’s Nest is owned and operated by former justice-impacted entrepreneur Ms. Valencia Byrd, who experienced incarceration as both a juvenile and an adult.

With 28 years in the system, she understands the challenges women face when reentering society. Her mission is to provide women with the support and guidance necessary to rebuild their lives and never return to incarceration again.

Anna Smith

Volunteer

Debbie Kopf

Volunteer

Eey Chie

Community Officer

Anna Smith

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A working cell phone can be a lifeline. It can help a woman apply for jobs, communicate with employers, attend appointments, access transportation, stay connected with supportive family members, and build the independence she needs to succeed.

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Testimonials

What clients say about our Stories of Hope & New Beginnings

Jerrika Jerrika

“Byrd’s Nest gave me more than a place to stay—it gave me hope. After everything I had been through, having a safe and supportive environment helped me believe that I could rebuild my life and create a better future for myself.”

Gina Gina

“The guidance, encouragement, and support I received at Byrd’s Nest changed my life. I wasn’t treated like my past defined me. I was given the tools, resources, and confidence to move forward independently.”