PoLLeN is the new name for our social and therapeutic horticulture project...
‘Social and therapeutic horticulture is the process by which individuals may develop well-being using plants and horticulture.’ (GrowthPoint issue 79, Autumn, 1999, p. 4)
| PoLLeN (People, Life, Landscape & Nature) is a Social & Therapeutic Horticulture project funded by Ecominds and J. P Getty Jnr Charitable Trust with the overall aim of improving the mental and physical wellbeing of individuals through engagement with the natural environment. The project offers a range of therapeutic horticultural and art related activities for people experiencing stress, anxiety, panic attacks, agitation, low mood, lack of confidence, or difficulty in coping with day-to-day life. Motivational coaching sessions are also offered to members of the project, in which they are helped to overcome challenges and move forward positively to reach their goals. | |
| In addition, the project is a registered Green Gym® and works with BTCV (British Trust for Conservation Volunteers ) to deliver a scheme of practical projects, inspiring people to improve both health and environment at the same time by increasing strength and stamina and improving local spaces. PoLLen works with General Practitioners, health professionals and local partner organisations to take referrals. People may also self refer. Read project co-ordinator Lisa's recent interview with Mind: www.mind.org.uk/ecominds/success_stories Watch a short film about PoLLeN and Working Wonders here For further information please email pollen@bbbc.org.uk or Telephone 020 8709 9714 |
