Welcome to Heritage Discovered Genealogy Research Services

Heritage Discovered is based in San Francisco with service throughout the United States. With 20 years of experience in genealogy research, I pride myself on having a modern, accessible approach to genealogy – no filtering or glossing over the past here! Stop wondering about your family tree and begin discovering.

 

Hi, I’m Jessica.

I connect people with their family tree & ancestors’ stories – helping them skip the overwhelm and confusion of ‘where to start’ and get right to finding their missing puzzle pieces. 


What would it feel like to discover what your family members’ lives were like and see themes through the generations? Did you face similar experiences? What did they go through for you to be where you are today?

My mission is to help people understand their present by discovering their family's past. I want you to feel the joy of connecting to your ancestors. With over 20 years of experience, my areas of specialty include: Hawaii, New England, and Quebec.

A true introvert, expert-level list-maker, and a true X-phile (nerd alert!), I help people get answers quickly without having to spend hours of their own time searching. I offer both “Done For You Services” as well as “Done with You Services.”


 

Ready to unlock your family's secrets and stories?

 

Embrace Your Family History

  • However, you don’t have the time or expertise or are frustrated and unsure about how to start the process.

    You have no idea where to start looking to learn more about your family roots, let alone what to do next with what you find.

    Check out my Done for You Packages.

  • Let me do the legwork and create a personalized research game plan for you with my Done with You Service.

    Or one of my digital guidebooks might be the answer. I’ve used my 20 years of genealogy experience to put together worksheets, checklists, and resource guides to help you in your research!

    Browse my shop here.

  • Access my 20 years of knowledge and experience by visiting my blog.

 

Begin your journey today.

 
 

Kind Words from Clients

A True Expert in Unraveling Family Histories

I recently had the pleasure of working with Jessica Neaves and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with her passion, expertise, and enthusiasm for genealogy. Mildly curious, I did a DNA test and found out that my ancestry was different than what I had been told growing up. I was curious to learn more about it as well as some of the stories I had been told but was unsure where to start.

From our very first conversation, Jessica demonstrated a deep passion for genealogy, and it was evident that she approached each project with genuine enthusiasm and commitment. Her ability to navigate through historical records, archives, and databases is nothing short of remarkable. She uncovered some surprising long-forgotten stories about including a Civil War Soldier who was shot in the head, bandaged, and left beside a fire by the Confederate soldiers who attacked the train. I was stunned to see she was able to find the actual military hospital records. Those types of details add immense value to the overall narrative of one’s ancestral story.

What really sets Jessica apart is not just her technical proficiency but her genuine interest in the lives and stories of the individuals she is researching. She has a unique ability to breathe life into the names and dates, turning family history into a vivid tapestry of human experiences. This approach creates a profound connection between the past and the present, making the journey of discovering one’s roots both educational and emotionally rewarding.

I was particularly impressed by the comprehensive data and reports. They were not only accurate and detailed but also engaging and easy to understand. Jessica prioritizes communication, ensuring that her clients not only receive the information they seek but also gain a deeper understanding of their own family history. She is not just a genealogist; but an extremely valuable partner on the journey to discovering one’s roots.

If you are considering hiring a genealogist, look no further. She is a true expert, and I am confident that her work will leave you as impressed and grateful as I am.
— -Barbe S.
Jessica did fantastic work looking into my family history, going back several generations into Mexico. I had no this kind of information could be discovered and she was very patient, helpful, and helped educate me about the process of what can be found.
— -AT
I am a proud descendant of a slave, Civil War soldier and a “troublemaker” according to a newspaper in 1872. So many details. I’m amazed.
— CHARLES J.
Before hiring Jessica, I didn’t know where to look in searching for parents of a relative who immigrated to the US from Norway. I had no idea which records online were trustworthy, and I didn’t have the time to feel like I was adequately researching. I wasn’t sure about investing in someone to do the research because I was worried that nothing would be discovered. But I’m delighted I took the chance! I have learned so much about researching on my own through working with her and seeing her report. It has been an exciting and educational experience for me.
— SARA BETH J.
 

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