A science geek at heart, Jess works as a project manager at a local nonprofit biotech company. She is a founding member and resident of The Canopy, and is a board member of Boston Community Cooperatives. Jess is active in the local arts community, working to expand public and participatory art in the greater Boston area. She believes strongly in building networks of support for parents and kids, and loves taking an active part in the lives of her housemates, adults and kids alike. Along with her housemates she enjoys and appreciates cooking together, building things together, making art, and sharing support.