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Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Gina O'Connor, a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner, who is also the Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC.
Do you know what a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner does?
For an answer to this question and more, listen to this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Gina O'Connor talks about:
*The 'light bulb moment' and personal story behind the founding of Roots and Bloom CIC (Community Interest Company)
*How a textiles artist reignited her creative flair to launch a flower growing and bouquet creation enterprise
*Why dementia therapy is part of the horticultural enterprise and relevance of social prescribing?
*Types of supportive therapies and volunteering opportunities open to individuals and employees of organisations
*How flower growing and floral arrangements can deliver therapeutic benefits
*Plans for Roots and Bloom over the next few months and beyond
Here's the link to listen to Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Gina O'Connor: https://bit.ly/3CuXrid
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