Health, Well-Being and Social Inclusion: Therapeutic Horticulture in the UK

by Joe Sempik, Saul Becker, Jo Aldridge

Although there is growing interest among health and social care professionals in the social and therapeutic value of horticulture, there is little evidence that demonstrates the range of outcomes for vulnerable groups, including those with learning difficulties and mental health problems. This report addresses this gap in knowledge and presents the findings of the Growing Together project, the first detailed study of horticulture and gardening projects...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1861347251
• ISBN13: 9781861347251
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Policy Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.2" x 11.5"