“People, especially people with mental illness, don't often have the opportunity to express their uniqueness to the world and be part of a group that accepts them on that level,” Lowell said. Said.
other clients Participating in farm gardening is another form of therapy. jessamine hyatt farm manager, Said Horticultural therapy is based on research into the therapeutic effects of growing and nurturing plants.
“The very act of weeding a garden, or even just being in a garden, is life-giving and sometimes provides space for people to work on their own challenges without discussion.” Ballard says. Said.
Hyatt Said She handles everything related to running the farm itself. She not only manages the crops and harvest, but also handles storage, shipping and other outdoor maintenance duties. Since the farm is a nonprofit, much of her work involves managing volunteers and teaching others who want to learn more about the farm. She said she was a farmer.
She said she was always interested in finding new ways to combine gardening and gardening. help others or I currently lead a small non-therapeutic gardening group for clients and apprentice leaders.
“I've seen people arrive in a state of high anxiety and tension, but then relax while in the garden,” Hyatt says. Said. “It's no surprise to me at all anymore. I see it often enough.”
penny lane Currently in progress The plan is to build an affordable small home village for customers who wish to live permanently on site. The 15-home community includes direct access to amenities, dining, transportation, and activities.
Right now, Hyatt Said Without a private vehicle, the farm is not always accessible.They are there is a bus The church is letting us use it, but there are still people who can't come.
“I hope that one day public transportation will be widespread and people will be able to get here easily,” Hyatt said. Said. “And my hope for the public in general and our clients in particular is that more people today are discovering how healing and magical it is to get outside and spend more time outdoors. I think it means you want it.”
Photo by Tava Mahadevan.
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