Achieve Stability through Community, Education, N’ Determination
What is ASCEND?
- 5-year, voluntary program that provides opportunities for education, job training, counseling, and other forms of supportive services to help families reach their goals.
Why choose ASCEND?
- Escrow Account (money earned every time your rent goes up)
- One-on-one Coaching
- Coordination of Supportive Services
- Childcare
- Transportation
- Education
- Employment Support
- Personal Welfare
- Household Management
- Homeownership and Housing Counseling
- Financial Empowerment
- Other Support as Needed
Who is eligible?
- JMHA Public Housing Residents
- JMHA Housing Choice Voucher Residents
What is required?
- Desire
- Willingness
- Commitment
To contact the ASCEND Coordinator, please fill out our Interest Form. Remember, participation is voluntary and in no way affects your housing assistance.
*Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Helpful Links
- Jefferson County Resource Network - JCRN is dedicated to bringing the best services and assistance available to our residents.
- SAMHSA's Find Treatment Tool - Confidential and anonymous resource for locating treatment facilities for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.