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Isabella
Meet Isabella
Isabella has been volunteering with her family since before she was old enough to walk! She says, “Thank you for Barren Heights, It makes me happy to love the kids who come there! It has taught me how to be nice to kids who are different than me.”
Just like many of our volunteer kids, she has grown up with a heightened awareness for those with disabilities and the skills to know both how to interact and to form special friendships. Barren Heights is just as rewarding and life changing for many of our volunteers as it is for guests!
Isabella doesn’t see a difference, she sees a friend.
To New Heights Campaign
For 17 years now, Barren Heights has been changing the lives of families who have kids with disabilities through retreats and inclusive events in the community. While each year has been better than the last, we’re ready to make bigger changes! From a new Host facility to an entirely new playground, we’re ready to grow […]
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 […]
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 […]
2019 Spring Work Days!
We are preparing for the 2019 retreat season! Can you clean and organize? Are you handy with tools? Do you enjoy working outside? Can you paint or make repairs? This is a great opportunity for everyone! Come as an individual or with your office, team, or small group. We need you and value your skills! Jobs will […]
