Horticultural Therapy Association of Victoria www.
horticulturaltherapy.
com.
au
Gardening for seniors
Gardening has numerous health and therapeutic benefits for the elderly.
Especially when you create an
edible garden.
Garden beds, equipment and...
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Horticultural Therapy Association of Victoria www.
horticulturaltherapy.
com.
au
Gardening for seniors
Gardening has numerous health and therapeutic benefits for the elderly.
Especially when you create an
edible garden.
Garden beds, equipment and tools can all be modified so you can create a garden that is
interesting, accessible and productive.
Some medical conditions and physical disabilities may restrict or prevent the elderly from participating in
gardening.
However with planning and a few changes you can create an edible garden that is safe,
accessible, interesting and a pleasant space for seniors.
Gardening keeps you fit and healthy
Everyone can benefit from creating an edible garden.
Seniors can get particular advantages including the
following because gardening:
• Is an enjoyable form of exercise
• Increases levels of physical activity and maintains mobility and flexibility
• Encourages use of all motor skills – walking, reaching and bending and plan
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