Tabatha Barrett

Tabatha Barrett is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in social services and innovation. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Social Services and Innovation at DARTS since June 2013, Tabatha manages caregiver services and oversees on-site services grants and staff while also creating and presenting seminars on aging and caregiving. Previously, Tabatha held the position of Crisis Line Supervisor at Canvas Health, supervising volunteers and providing direct support to clients in crisis. Additionally, Tabatha worked as a Housing Data Management Specialist II at the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, assisting with the maintenance of the Minnesota Help Database and collaborating with the Minnesota Board on Aging on housing resources for older adults. Earlier experience includes serving as an Emergency Department Social Worker at Mayo Health Systems, conducting behavioral health assessments and placements. Tabatha earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota and is currently a Policy Fellow at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs.