Building Resiliency through Horticultural Connection

This training is intended to provide individuals in helping professions with concrete tools to support strong, attainable self-care practices. This interactive session will focus on supporting participants in identifying the domains of wellness that are most impacted by the work and to establish flexible and realistic ways to take care of themselves both within their work environment and outside of work. An excellent avenue for navigating post-pandemic life is to reconnect with nature. This event will take place at Grow Greenhouses, JRI's therapeutic horticulture program, offering participants an opportunity to nurture themselves by fostering connections with plants.

Where: Grow Greenhouse, 1 Greenhouse Road, Tewksbury MA

When: Friday, May 3, 2024 10:00am-3:00pm

Directions & Parking: The Greenhouse is next to Strongwater Equestrian Center. There are several parking lots adjacent to the greenhouse.

Accessibility: There are several entrances to the greenhouse. The main entrance faces the Tewksbury State Hospital buildings. There are two handicapped entrances as well. There is one restroom in the greenhouse (which is awaiting installation of a handrail) but is accessible to all.

Activities: The event will feature horticulture-themed stations as well as guided tours by the Grow team.

Attire: Dress comfortably and in layers. The greenhouses are typically 20 degrees warmer than the outside temperature, so even if the weather is chilly you can expect it to be warmer inside. Be sure to wear clothes that are ok to get a little dirty.

CEUs for LMHC and LICSW will be provided.

Host or Publisher JRI