About Us

We work alongside property managers and tenants of Summit Properties to build stable housing and thriving communities.

Creating caring communities rooted in dignity

Ascend Housing Allies exists to help tenants of Summit Properties overcome the barriers that threaten their housing stability. We believe every resident deserves a community that recognizes their strength and provides the support needed to thrive.

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Team

Meet our coordinators

Dedicated professionals committed to housing stability

Jennifer Wright

Supportive Services Coordinator

Jen comes from a clinical mental health background with experience focused on substance use and mood disorders. She is newer to the housing field but loves learning about the resources available to her clients. She cares deeply about their well-being and shows it in the way she supports them every day.

Jen is originally from Texas and moved to Vermont a few years ago with her dog Ellie. She is active in her community and speaks up in several advocacy spaces. On her days off you can usually find her on the road, exploring new places with Ellie riding along.

Heather Bush

Supportive Services Manager

Heather comes with a background in non-profit leadership with a passion for staff and program training and development. She has worked extensively with those experiencing homelessness to secure housing and support services. She has a passion for client-centered goals and supports people in working toward long term stability.

Heather is a native Vermonter with 2 active teenagers and is involved in the South Burlington School and Athletic Community. When not cheering on her children, Heather spends her days enjoying hikes with the family’s new puppy and continuing to play slow pitch softball in local and state leagues.

What we do/don’t do

Understanding our role helps us serve you better.

Ascend Coordinators ARE:

Advocates on behalf of the client

Community partners to assist tenants with accessing community-based service(s) and referrals to community-based providers

Event planners for community events at Summit Properties

Motivators who empower tenants to be as independent as possible

Service coordinators who follow up with services and referrals provided to tenants

Champions who encourage residents to adhere to a healthy lifestyle

Educators who coordinate training and assistance to residents and property staff

Ascend Coordinators ARE NOT:

Duplicators of existing community services

Distributors of medical aids, medications, or medical advice

Therapists

Handlers of residents’ funds

Managers or leasing agents

Drivers of residents

Organizers or leaders of resident associations or councils

Powers of Attorney for residents or individuals who sign checks for residents

Decision makers of evictions and renewals

Do you or someone you know need help staying housed?

Whether you’re a property manager making a referral or a tenant seeking support, we’re ready to help.

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