Who We Are
Operation Open Arms (OOA), Inc is a private child-placing agency, licensed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky providing foster care and adoption services. OOA has been recognized nationally for its mission of caring for children whose mothers are incarcerated. In March 2003, Cathy Bailey, founder, and Co-Chair of Operation Open Arms received the “2003 Unsung Heroines” award for her dedication to the community. Cathy was nominated for this award by both Senator Mitch McConnell and Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao on behalf of her work with Operation Open Arms.
Meet the Team
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Julie Barkley
Executive Director
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Kate Mulinix
Office Manager
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Sarah Bryant
Case Manager
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Natalie Shafer
Contractual Social Worker
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Kayla Conder
Contractual Social Worker
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Sharon Sapienza
Contractual Social Worker
Board of Directors
Joe Arnold
Cathy Bailey
Irving Bailey
Shari Hagan
Meredith Hernandez
Gale Lively
John McCarthy, III
Daniel Salmon
Linda Yeager
Honorary Board Members:
Jean Frazier - Dawn Hoffman - Jennie Rees - Karen Sherry