Care farming services can be an effective alternative to traditional types of care.
Care farming is sometimes called social farming, and it means the therapeutic use of farming practices. It's a way for people to take part in real activity with purpose and meaning.
From seed planting to feeding animals, people can get involved in a way that suits them and their needs. More time outdoors and in nature can be good for mental health and wellbeing too. People can be referred to care farms through health and social care providers.
“Care farming fits with the philosophy of person-centred care which addresses people’s needs.”
Mary - social worker
Find out more about care farming and health and social care with our short video:
Area
UK-wide
Topic
Green care