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Service

Roots Voluntary Gardening Scheme

What does it do?

To give people recovering from mental illness the chance to work, making them feel valued and part of a team

Service Delivery Area

Bournemouth

What are the service opening times?

Monday - Thursday 9.00 -16.00

How can I refer?
[For appropriate professional/clinical referrers only - service users please see below]

Contact the number below. Application form to be completed or via email

What functions/treatment and therapies are offered?

We provide a community gardening service for older people in Bournemouth and Poole, there is a charge of £15 per Hour for this service. We provide volunteer trainee placements for people recovering from Mental Health issues, to learn gardening and work skills to gain experience with the aim of helping people to move on to paid employment. This Service is run by Help and Care

Which types of illness/medical condition does the service treat?

People recovering from mental illness.

Who will I see?

You will work along side a gardening support worker

As a patient, how do I access services?

By contacting Help and Care direct or through your key worker or support worker

How can I get involved / what support groups are available?

We are developing a mentor programme if you are interested in becoming a mentor please contact Help and Care/ Advice available on other support groups

Do you have information for Carers?

Leaflets availble on request

Where, when and how often are the clinics?

Roots Voluntary Gardening Service
49 Alumhurst Road
Westbourne
Bournemouth
BH4 8EP

Who can I contact to find out more?

0300 111 3303

email: contact@helpandcare.org.uk

Web Site: Help and Care