Life Changers is a free four-month programme run by local charity Thrive, designed for those recovering from a stroke, cancer, surgery or living with long-term conditions like diabetes, MS or Long Covid to experience all the beneficial aspects of gardening from their centre in Beech Hill near Reading.
The programme runs every Tuesday from 10.00am to 3.00pm.
The Life Changers programme has had very positive feedback. One attendee said, “Gardening and being part of Life Changers has improved my sense of wellbeing. The group are so inclusive, and the practitioner makes the activities interesting and is very motivating.”
Typical activities include seed sowing, propagation and potting on and planting out, planting salad and herb containers to encourage healthy eating, or craft activities. No previous gardening experience is required and many of the previous participants reported improvement in their mental wellbeing and physical health.
For further information, please visit the Thrive website or call them on 0118 988 4844
