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WHAT IS HORTICULTURE THERAPY?

Horticulture Therapy (HT) is the practice of using gardening and other activities with plants to support one's physical and mental health.

BENEFITS OF HORTICULTURE THERAPY 

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Mental Health

  • Reduce stress

  • Elevate mood

  • Relieve stress and anxiety

  • Lack of stigma (judge-free zone)

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Cognitive Enrichment and Welfare

  • Improve attention capacity

  • Increase brain function

  • Promote neuroplasticity and brain stimulation

  • Improve concentration

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Physical Wellbeing

  • Improve gut health

  • Decrease fatigue

  • Improve motor skills

  • Improve immune system (vitamin D)

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Social Support Network

  • Communicate with others and cultivate new friendships

  • Forge social bonds

  • Improve self-esteem

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CREATING A THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE PROGRAM AT UOFT

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