12 months in pictures at DMRC Stanford Hall

December 20, 2023

We are delighted to share the incredible success of our Horticultural Therapy programme at DRMC Stanford Hall, and we couldn’t be more thrilled about the positive impact it’s making on the lives of those we support. We extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every individual who has contributed to the flourishing garden of well-being we’ve cultivated together.

A special thank you goes out to our dedicated and passionate Horticultural Therapist, Jane. Jane’s unwavering commitment to using the healing power of nature to enhance the lives of our patients has been truly inspiring. Her expertise, kindness, and nurturing spirit have created an environment where growth, both literal and metaphorical, is not only encouraged but celebrated.

We also want to extend a warm welcome to Steve, our new Gardener extraordinaire. Steve has brought fresh energy and creativity to our green haven, contributing to the beauty of our space and the success of our programme. His green thumb and enthusiasm for cultivating a positive atmosphere have truly made a difference.

Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible team at DRMC Stanford Hall. The collaboration, and dedication to the well-being of the patients we support have been instrumental in the success of our Horticultural Therapy initiative.

The photos are a showcase of the year and we all look forward to the blossoming gardens next year and the smiles on the faces of our participants, we are reminded that it truly takes a village to cultivate a haven of healing.

Here’s to the continued growth, both in our gardens and of those we support.

Best wishes,
Jamie Crisp, Chief Executive.

Some feedback from patients in 2023…

“Calm and peaceful, making time to create in a busy world.”

“It’s an additional coping strategy to help with my condition. Also allows me to explore and be outside.”

“Such a powerful therapy for mindfulness and mental health, plus motor skills.”

“The simplicity in it and the ability to embrace different senses helps massively.”

JANUARY; (Left) Mr Fothergills seed donation. (Right) Year planner in the greenhouse.

FEBRUARY; (Left) SAFA Norton house visit. (Right) Chillies and tomatoes growing away.

MARCH; (Left) Farm Shop garden volunteers. (Right) Farm Shop signs.

APRIL; (Left) Planting out perennials – OT Kelly & Jane. (Right) Digging up & dividing perennial plants - Tim Green, Tim Lever & Glen from unit assist.

MAY; (Left) Jane ready for the farm shop. (Right) Greenhouse before farm shop.

JUNE; (Left) Hanging basket workshop. (Right) Cut flower allotment.

JULY; (Left) Bee on Cosmos. (Right) Garlic harvest and flowers.

AUGUST; (Left) Garden produce. (Right) Rosemary cuttings.

SEPTEMBER; (Left) Chillies in greenhouse. (Right) The Village Green.

OCTOBER; (Left) Staff Pumpkin carving. (Right) Pumpkin row.

NOVEMBER; (Left) Southern Trident compost delivery. (Right) Hardwood cuttings.

DECEMBER; (Left) Christmas wreath making at the staff Health & Well Being session. (Right) Finished wreath.

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