We know you love learning about everything that happens at Ascend, so we try to cover a diverse series of positions and roles to keep you informed. While we have tons of amazing staff that contribute so much of their time and energy to helping clients thrive, one of the most important is Dave. He…
At Ascend, many of our facility activities fall on the shoulders of our highly trained mentors for teens. While clients meet with their personal therapist and family therapist, as well as trained facilitators and recreational therapists for group sessions, there is downtime, chores, and daily regimental activities when teens still need to be supervised. Our…
When a teen goes missing from treatment, it can be a terrifying situation. While undeniably difficult, our team at Ascend believes in ensuring that we help your family handle the problem in the healthiest way possible. We never take missing teens lightly, and going AWOL from treatment always requires parental notification. Unfortunately, teens often use…
Ascend loves showing parents and teens what goes on behind the scenes during everyday life at our residential treatment facilities. With regular updates on the types of activities we host, the variety of therapies available, and the team who makes it all happen, we can put your mind at ease about trusting us with your…
When it comes to the nuts and bolts that keep Ascend running smoothly, it’s all about the mentors. They’re there every day with the clients, helping them navigate therapy, meals, and everything in between. Because mentors do a lot of the heavy lifting within our residential treatment centers, they need reliable support from the best.…
Have you ever wondered how we ensure Ascend runs as smoothly as possible? Our operations are a team effort, and every staff member lends a helping hand. While we’ve got mentors with boots on the ground to handle many of the immediate needs of our clients, we also have facility managers and directors that help…
Have you already made our previous recipes? Are you a newcomer to the chef’s corner? Whatever your level of cooking experience or confidence, Ascend’s Chef Steve is here to help. If you’ve been craving Chef Steve’s meals since leaving Ascend, now is your chance to get your hands on some of his most delicious recipes.…
With one recipe attempt under your belt, Ascend is excited to get you testing out more of Chef Steve’s amazing recipes. We’re going to have plenty of variety with our recipes, so if you don’t love the protein or veggies in one dish, you can try another. We’ll be making pan-seared chicken breast with several…
Ascend does its best to make our residential treatment facilities feel like a home that’s safe, comforting, and inviting. One of the ways we do that is with the power of food. Our amazing chef, Chef Stephen, has been working in hospitality for over 20 years, crafting delicious recipes that everyone loves. Looking for proof?…
Seamus McKeon is many things — trophy husband, elite dodgeball player, and believer in the power of a magical ceiling tile, but most importantly, he’s someone who’s passionate about helping teens who are struggling to find themselves. With a passion for addressing the needs of young people who require a little more guidance to achieve…