Real Estate Development

In 2022, we completed three projects for fresh starts in Berlin, Barre, and Wells River.

 

New Construction

The six cottages were replaced with a brand-new nine-unit building.

From Office to Home

The motel office was converted into a one-bed shelter room.

Shared Amenities

A shared kitchen and laundry room is accessible to all who stay at The Welcome Center.

Comfort and Stability

Guests are provided rest, essentials, and helpful service connections by the Good Samartian Haven during their stay at the Welcome Center.

A Welcoming Center

A large living room will serve as a place for residents to relax, connect, and socialize.

Good Sam Offices

One the first floor of the house on the property, new administrative offices for the Good Samaritan Haven staff were created.

A Space to Meet

Included in the administrative offices is a conference room where Good Sam staff can gather for meetings.

Historic Preservation

One of the original cottages from the motel was preserved for posterity.

The Welcome Center at Twin City

In Berlin, the Twin City Motel was given new life where those experiencing homelessness will start on the path to stability. We redeveloped the existing motel office and cottages to provide transitional homes where residents access housing-related services on-site. The house on the property was remodeled to serve as a welcome center and new administrative offices for the Good Samaritan Haven staff on the first floor, with additional beds on the second floor. Overall, the project includes 35 new shelter beds.

 

Wells River

In Wells River, five separate buildings were refreshed and preserved. The property, which is co-owned with Evernorth, is made up of 29 residential apartments and 8 commercial spaces across 3 residential buildings and 2 residential-commercial buildings. Renovations to improve weatherization, energy efficiency, and life safety features were completed.

 

A Historic Building Restored

The building was constructed in the early 1900s and originally served as multi-family apartments. The interior was reconfigured to provide flexible living areas and community spaces, and all historic features on the interior and exterior were preserved and restored.

Everyone's Favorite Gathering Space

A large kitchen on the ground floor is sure to see lots of activity, with a large oven and range, two refrigerators, double sink, and island. The attached dining room can seat ten — perfect for shared house meals.

Hidden Pockets

During the demolition process, large pocket doors were found hidden in the walls of the building. They were refinished and restored, providing additional flexibility to join or separate spaces as needed.

Group Living

The main part of Foundation House spans three stories and includes private rooms and shared kitchenettes, laundry, and bathrooms.

Historic Character

This brick chimney was revealed during demolition, and the exposed brick is a charming aesthetic detail.

Family Amenities

The home was designed with families in mind, with easily accessible bathrooms on each floor and kitchenettes where moms can fix a quick snack for their kids.

Family Amenities

The home was designed with families in mind, with easily accessible bathrooms on each floor and kitchenettes where moms can fix a quick snack for their kids.

Community Room

On the third floor is a large community room where house meetings and other gatherings will take place.

Foundation House

There are times in life when we need a fresh start, and that is what the women who live in Foundation House will get. We partnered with Vermont Foundation of Recovery (VFOR) to create a recovery residence in Central Vermont for women in recovery from substance use disorder and their children: Foundation House. The original building, built in the early 1900s, was re-configured to create two individual apartments on the first floor and one multi-floor communal living apartment that can house up to four families of varying sizes. The scope of the project also included historic restoration, weatherization, and energy efficiency upgrades.