Jennifer Chisholm appointed as Executive Director of NHCEH

The New Hampshire Coalition to End Homelessness (NHCEH) Board of Directors has appointed Jennifer Chisholm, LICSW, MLADC, of Manchester, NH, as the organization’s next executive director. Chisholm brings more than 20 years of experience working in the fields of homelessness, mental health, and substance use disorder services in Manchester.

 “We are thrilled that Jennifer Chisholm will be leading the organization during this pivotal time in our history,” said Gretchen Bean, NHCEH Board President. “Jennifer brings immense experience with, and deep commitment to, efforts to prevent homelessness in New Hampshire. Her passion and vitality for the work is exactly what the Coalition was looking for in its next leader.”

Chisholm’s extensive experience in the field of homeless services includes nearly a decade on the staff of Healthcare for the Homeless in Manchester, serving in roles of clinician and Behavioral Health and Outreach Coordinator from 2014 to early 2023.  Her experience also includes more than a decade on the staff of Child and Family Services, now known as Waypoint, serving in roles that included Case Manager at a Transitional Living Program for young adults, and as an Outpatient/Intensive Outpatient Program Clinician for adolescents with substance use disorders. Since 2016, Chisholm has served as an Adjunct Professor in the Graduate School of Social Work for the University of New Hampshire, where she teaches Social Work Practice and Field Seminar classes.

"I am deeply honored to be invited to work with NHCEH as its next executive director,” said Jennifer Chisholm. “Homelessness is a critical issue in New Hampshire. I look forward to continuing to build the Coalition's collaborative efforts across the state to increase awareness, advocate for change, dismantle barriers, and raise the voices of people with lived experience in developing solutions."

Jennifer will assume the role of executive director on November 29th. To read the full press release and learn more about Jennifer, please visit our website.

Kind regards,
The NHCEH Team