Gardening as Therapy
Following up on my posts about why we garden (Parts I, II, & III), comes this article from the Oakland Tribune Online, on the therapuetic effects of gardening.
They are using gardening to help patients with Alzheimer's re-engage with the world around them.
"The residents with Alzheimer's really benefit from getting their hands in the soil and growing plants," said Bay View Activities Director David Yando. "It lowers their blood pressure, raises cognitive levels and helps stimulate long-term memories."
The program is offered by the Alameda Adult School, in the Bay Area. For more information about gardening classes and other courses the school offers, call 522-3858.
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