Answers to common questions about our program and services
Our program is open to any female who is returning to the community from incarceration and is seeking structured transitional housing support. We welcome women at all stages of their reentry journey who are committed to personal growth and program compliance.
We accept residents at any supervision level, including probation, parole, and other forms of community supervision. Our staff works collaboratively with probation officers, parole officers, and the Florida Department of Corrections to support compliance.
No. Byrd's Nest is not court-ordered housing. Residents choose to participate in our program as part of their reentry plan. However, we do work with courts, probation/parole officers, and the Department of Corrections to support residents in meeting their supervision requirements.
Yes. Byrd's Nest is a faith-based program. Our approach integrates spiritual principles with practical support for reentry. While we welcome women of all backgrounds and beliefs, residents should be open to participating in a program guided by faith-based values.
Length of stay varies based on individual circumstances, progress in the program, and reentry goals. Our focus is on helping residents achieve stability and self-sufficiency, which typically requires a minimum commitment. Specific duration will be discussed during the intake process.
Our program provides:
Please note: We do not provide legal services, employment guarantees, or licensed therapy services.
You can apply in several ways:
Referrals are accepted from:
While specific requirements may vary, you should prepare:
Our team will work with you if you're missing documentation.
Our core expectations include:
See our full Rules & Expectations page for complete details.
Yes, but visitors must be approved in advance and are only permitted during designated visiting hours. No overnight guests are allowed. All visitors must sign in and out. Specific visitor policies will be reviewed during orientation.
For minor violations, we use a progressive discipline approach (verbal warning, written warning, probation, termination). Zero tolerance violations (drugs, weapons, violence, theft) result in immediate program termination and notification of your supervision officer.
Our team is here to help. Reach out to us directly and we'll be happy to answer any additional questions about our program.