Clinton County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1055 - Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1055.1) | 15 |
Number of participants in Extension horticulture programs at senior centers, detention centers, or rehabilitation centers |
| 1055.11) | 2 |
Number of people who developed employment skills from participating in gardening |
| 1055.12) | 15 |
Number of people who improved or maintained physical, emotional, or mental health from participating in gardening |
| 1055.15) | 0 |
Number of pounds of food provided to local non-profit organizations |
Success Stories
Raised Bed Gardening
Author: Colby Guffey
Major Program: Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy
Describe the Issue or SituationWorking with the local recovery center on raised bed gardens has been challenging due to lack of water availability at the center. Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).Participants at the recovery center constructed a self wicking raised bed to grow vegetables for use at the center. Participants gained skills on using tools. as well as how to construct and maintain the raised bed. Provide t
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