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Gardening Support
Gardening is not only a rewarding hobby but also a great way to reduce your shopping bills and enjoy fresh, home-grown pro...
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Home Energy Support
The rising cost of living is making it increasingly difficult for many people to afford basic necessities, including heati...
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Alongside all the work we do in the community, here are some more worthwhile projects we are involved with that deserve a ...
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Travelling Pantry
The Travelling Pantry is our community van which visits Kings Somborne, Lockerley and Stockbridge, offering a selection of...
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Befriending Service
We offer a free Telephone Befriending Service so you can chat with one of our friendly volunteers over the phone, all from...
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Community Wellbeing Worker service
The Community Wellbeing service is to provide short term, preventative support to individuals over 65.
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Virtual wards
Our Virtual Wards Social Support service connects our project workers to patients and their carers that are receiving trea...
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Dig for Dementia
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Dig for Dementia Gardening Therapy
Encouraging sensory engagement, memory recall and emotional wellbeing - all through the gentle rhythm of nature.
What We Offer:
* Therapeutic gardening sessions tailored to individual abilities
* One-on-one or small group activities for comfort and connection
* Guided by an experienced registered nurse and keen gardener
* Indoor & outdoor sessions year-round
Why Gardening Therapy?
* Enhances mood and reduces anxiety
* Stimulates memory through familiar scents and textures
* Promotes gentle physical activity
* Encourages social interaction
* Fosters a sense of purpose and joy
Serving Local Communities in Hampshire & Wiltshire in residential/nursing homes, day centres or in your own home.
Weekly sessions available.
Block booking discounts available.