by Cath Manuel | Aug 18, 2020 | A Thriving Garden, Gardening, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
This is a fun activity that all gardeners in my programs have really enjoyed participating in and these lovely little insect homes can be made individually or in a therapeutic gardening group. Insect hotels provide a safe habitat for beneficial bugs and help to form a...
by Cath Manuel | Jun 16, 2020 | Gardening, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
On a lovely sunny day in Winter it’s wonderful to enjoy time out in the garden, but as the winter winds hit and frosty days arrive residents and staff within aged care could be reluctant to venture into the garden for activities. To continue with gardening programs...
by Cath Manuel | Apr 24, 2020 | Gardening, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
As I was writing this article for the Maggie Beer Foundation things were constantly and dramatically changing in our world. We can’t hug our friends, meet for a coffee, visit destinations or enjoy social connections. But we CAN enjoy time in the garden and participate...
by Cath Manuel | Aug 22, 2019 | Fresh Food Ideas, Gardening, Growing your Garden, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
My latest article for the Maggie Beer Foundation includes a range of delicious herbal teas to grow in your garden in any setting. Herbal teas are a healthy, delicious alternative to regular black tea, coffee and other packaged drinks. They can be enjoyed hot or cold...
by Cath Manuel | Jul 20, 2019 | Gardening, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
We all experience ups and downs throughout life. From physical impairments to forms of mental illness, we feel the impact of these in our day to day lives. As gardeners we enjoy the health benefits of gardening. Planting seedlings or new shrubs, pruning and tidying...
by Cath Manuel | Jun 14, 2019 | A Thriving Garden, Gardening, Growing your Garden, Therapeutic Gardening & Wellbeing
In my latest article for the Maggie Beer Foundation I share simple steps for gardening through the cooler months. With the warmth of summer behind us and the cool days ahead, now is a perfect time to enjoy being outdoors and participating in garden activities. A range...
