Gardening often requires getting down on the ground to tend to plants, but this new Common Roots Urban Farm garden is created to be an accessible space for those who are differently abled. The garden is wheelchair-accessible and features garden beds that are elevated off the ground to be the optimal height for those who use mobility aids.
The Common Roots Urban Farm garden, found in Halifax, acts as a great place for those who are in wheelchairs or those going through rehabilitation can go to enjoy some therapeutic gardening. The garden is situated near to a rehabilitation center as well as an emergency room, which makes it a great spot for patients to patronize. The organization plans to also create a tactile garden for those with visual impairments as well as more paths and garden beds that are wheelchair-accessible.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Accessible Urban Gardens
- Creating wheelchair-accessible and sensory gardens for differently-abled individuals.
- Therapeutic Gardening
- Utilizing gardening as a form of therapy for individuals going through rehabilitation.
- Inclusive Garden Design
- Building garden beds and pathways that cater to the needs of individuals with different abilities.
Where This Applies
- Healthcare
- Integrating therapeutic gardening programs into rehabilitation centers and hospitals.
- Non-profit Organizations
- Developing accessible urban gardens for the benefit of differently-abled individuals.
- Landscaping and Garden Design
- Offering expertise in creating sensory gardens and wheelchair-accessible spaces.
