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FunDay Mondays

Author: Sarah Imbus

Planning Unit: Campbell County CES

Major Program: Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy

Plan of Work: Home Horticulture - Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Introduction to horticulture therapy programs for adults. Horticulture therapy programs has been an increased need in Campbell County over the years. Response from previous programs, participants have shared the need of adult horticulture therapy programs: to resources to help with stressful times in their lives, a place to meet new people and engage in new friendship, learn a new skill. This four part series offered programs on botanical candle making, fairy lantern, garden peace pole, and botanical soap making. On average 17 people attended.

As a result, 40% of the participants shared that this series was their first Extension program, which they plan to attend more in the future. 100% of the participants learned new skills to engage in activities that reduce anxiety and stress in their daily lives. A few shared in their after program survey: “It has been one of my absolute favorite crafts.  It has given me and is continuing to give me such pleasure. Thank you for offering it.” and  “One of the best classes ever!  So enjoyed Terri ( horticulture technician) who did all the research and turned it into so much fun.  Cannot wait to see what we get do next!   Hail to our fearless leader.”

Campbell County Horticulture department continues to implement a wide variety of programming for communities. Horticulture therapy programs for homeowners, Veterans, youth, and senior citizens continue to be well attended and desired throughout the county. 






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