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 […]
Alayna Lofgren
Alayna is currently finishing up her Bachelor’s degree in Communication at the University of Louisville. After doing an internship at her first nonprofit, she knew that this career path was her calling. Since feeling a strong draw to serve others through her talents, she applied to work with us as the Community Outreach Coordinator, and is excited to connect more families to Barren Heights! She is extremely passionate about building up her community through serving Jesus. Alayna’s life goal is to impact as many lives as possible, desiring to live a life of true purpose.
Outside of Barren Heights, Alayna cares for her son Liam, as well as playing volleyball, drawing with oil pastels, and enjoying the outdoors.
Fun Facts
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be?
Italy
What is your favorite food?
Fettuccine Alfredo
If you could have any animal for a pet, what would you have?
A ferret
If you could instantly be an expert in anything, what would it be?
Eating healthy
As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A ballerina
2020 Retreats – Now Open!
2020 Retreat Season dates are officially open! We now are taking guest applications for NEW guest families, returning guest families, and volunteer families! This free respite weekend for families who have children with physical or developmental disabilities will be a blast for your entire family. To learn more visit our frequently asked questions or contact us. […]
2019 Annual Report
2019 was a big year at Barren Heights, and it was only possible because of you and your commitment to our mission to love and encourage families who have kids with disabilities. As an organization, we are committed to truth and transparency and that’s why we are excited to share with you our 2019 Annual Report: 2019 Annual […]
2020 Winter Newsletter
Check out our 2020 Winter Newsletter for all the latest Barren Heights updates. This issue includes details about our 2020 theme, our 2019 annual report, BH2 retreats, upcoming and recent events, fun pictures, board updates, volunteer of the year, and more! Read 2020 Winter Newsletter
Our Story
Barren Heights was founded in 2004 by Joe and Toni Rose. After being involved in a serious car accident, the couple began to re-evaluate life and their priorities. While attending a Bible Study focused on “A Purpose Driven Life,” the Roses agreed that they were good at throwing parties at the lake and wondered if […]
