During this global pandemic, we have all lived through an unprecedented time of uncertainty and social isolation. Many special needs families live in this isolation day in and day out, regardless of the virus. We are just getting a glimpse into those realities. The need is greater than ever. Families living with disabilities still need community […]
Abbi Rose
Abbi graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Social Work. Growing up as the daughter of the ministry founders, Joe & Toni Rose, Abbi has had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at over 100 retreats. When she was required to have an internship for college, she sought us out (commuting back and forth from Louisville to Bowling Green to make it work). When the Executive Director position became available, Abbi felt called to apply and was hired by the Board of Directors in September of 2018. She is passionate about people and has a strong desire to make sure nobody ever feels isolated and alone. Just like Barren Heights, Abbi strongly believes in making sure people feel loved, accepted, welcomed, and safe.
Outside of Barren Heights, Abbi enjoys playing any competitive sport, reading a good novel, spending time with family (especially her baby nephew), and traveling.
Fun Facts
If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?
Waking up in the morning
If you could meet any person from history, who would you choose?
Jane Addams, founder of the Hull House
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be?
Italy, hands down!
If you could have any animal for a pet, what would you have?
A skunk, without its stinker
Abbi Rose
Gallup Strengths:
1. Context
2. Restorative
3. Developer
4. Empathy
5. Achiever
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Families Serving Families Initiative
Many of our Barren Heights families have been hit particularly hard by all of the sudden changes due to COVID-19. Additionally, we know many special needs families are among the most vulnerable to the spread of the virus. We want to continue making sure everyone feels loved, accepted, welcomed, and safe. We are taking requests […]
COVID-19 Community Resources
Community Resources As a small organization one of the best ways we can respond is to lift you up by prayer. Each week our staff gathers to pray for our community, and we want to know how we can specifically lift up you, your loved ones, and your friends during this time. You are not […]
COVID-19 Update
A Letter from Executive Director Abbi Rose: Dear Barren Heights Community, Just like you, we as an organization are learning how to live in a new normal. We are drawing strength, peace, and hope from the fact that instability, cancellations, and fears are not powerful enough to mess up God’s plans. We are aiming to […]
