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 […]
The Saenz Family
Meet the Saenz Family
The Saenz family drove all the way from Miami, Florida just to attend a weekend at Barren Heights. How did they hear about us all the way down in Florida? They heard from a family who lives in North Carolina! We have now served guests from 17 different states across our region and beyond.
The coolest part of this story is that there was a slight language barrier, but it didn’t change the impact of the weekend at all. Freddie, the father and a pastry chef, brought desserts for the entire retreat and the volunteers went above and beyond to connect through their actions. Love, kindness, and service are a universal language that anyone can understand.
Actions really do speak louder than words!
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 […]
