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Therapeutic horticulture is the process of using plants, gardening, and the innate relationship humans have with nature as direct tools of intervention in programs of therapy and rehabilitation. Although therapeutic horticulture is regarded as a still emerging mental health treatment model, its usage and practice in early forms can be traced as far back as the times of ancient Egypt.

The Therapeutic Community Gardening (TCG) program provides a peaceful and supportive place for people with a wide range of abilities to interact with nature and enhance their wellbeing. The garden is utilized in a variety of ways to promote mindfulness, healing, resiliency, support, and growth for community members. During weekly program groups, TCG participants are allowed the opportunity to plant, maintain, and harvest organic fruits, vegetables, flowers, and other crops for therapeutic purposes and symptom management. Additional program activities include cooking classes with produce grown in the garden, games, field trips, and horticulture workshops.

Through group gardening exercises, discussions and activities, TCG participants are able to:

      • Develop new skills
      • Practice mindfulness techniques
      • Receive mental and physical health benefits
      • Engage with peers and develop positive social relationships with others in the community
      • Learn about growing plants and vegetables from seeds to harvest
      • Explore how a plant’s journey can parallel their own life and recovery

Free Virtual Garden Groups


View the TCG Weekly Virtual Group Schedule for free one-hour gardening groups currently offered or view our available virtual groups below. To register and join, please contact the TCG team at (909) 623-6131.

 

Download the TCG Virtual Group Calendar in PDF format

 

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