Tuesday, July 12 | 5:30PM
Horticultural Workshop
Stepping Stones of Rockford, 706 N Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103
Abby Nelson, MS, CTRS, CADC, Rosecrance Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator & Paul Fasano, MA, CADC, Rosecrance Recreation Therapist
"The therapeutic benefits of garden environments have been documented since ancient times. In the 19th century, Dr. Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and recognized as the "Father of American Psychiatry," was first to document the positive effect working in the garden had on individuals with mental illness.
Horticultural therapy techniques are employed to assist participants to learn new skills or regain those that are lost. Horticultural therapy helps improve memory, cognitive abilities, task initiation, language skills, and socialization." (American Horticultural Therapy Association)
Join us to learn and get your hands dirty! Workshop will be held outside if weather permits, so plan appropriately. Spots limited.
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