Discovering the Therapeutic Power of Gardening for Individuals with Disabilities: An Upcoming Webinar Explores the Benefits and Strategies

Gardening can be a therapeutic activity for individuals with disabilities, and the upcoming May 8 webinar hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and OneOp will explore the many benefits of this hobby. OneOp is an online platform that provides professional development opportunities to providers working with military families.

The webinar will take place from 10-11 a.m. and registration is available at https://tx.ag/OneOpGardening. Participants will receive an email with instructions on how to join the webinar, and if needed, it can also be viewed on YouTube Live with technical support available by contacting OneOp at contact@oneop.org.

Those who attend can earn up to one continuing education unit for many professional programs. More information can be found on the OneOp website.

Rachel Brauner, an AgriLife Extension program specialist in Bryan-College Station, will lead the webinar, discussing how gardening and being in a garden can benefit individuals with disabilities. The session will explore how gardens can offer therapeutic benefits, including physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being for those with disabilities.

Key topics that will be covered include the benefits of gardening for individuals with disabilities, strategies for selecting sensory elements and plants that cater to specific disabilities, principles for making gardens accessible to individuals with varying abilities, and the importance of creating safe and inviting gardens for those with disabilities.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about how gardening can benefit individuals with disabilities! Register today for the May 8 webinar hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and OneOp!