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What is Horticultural Therapy?
"Horticultural Therapy is defined as a process of plants and garden related activities to promote well-being of mind, body and spirit." (HTAV)
Who is involved with Horticultural Therapy?
Horticultural Therapy is used by diversional therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, teachers, nurses, allied health workers, activity workers, horticulturalists and many others to involve individuals and groups in gardening for therapeutic reasons.
Our Purpose
- To raise the profile of Horticultural Therapy and it benefits in the community.
- To increase the support of Horticultural Therapy in South Australia.
- To provide opportunities for building knowledge and sharing skills amongst those using Horticultural Therapy and garden related activities.
- To establish links with similar organisations around Australia and overseas.
When & Where
HTSA meets informally on the first Wednesday of the month at 6.30pm. Each meeting takes us to a new and interesting Horticultural Therapy program or garden in the community.
Visit the membership page to discover the benefits of membership to HTSA and to download the membership form or register online.
HTSA organises regular garden tours, workshops and lectures. Check out our event calendar for more information.
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Nature Play Educators conference
5-6/5 2017
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Wonderful facilities to run a Horticultural Therapy Introductory Short course. Thanks to the Okaparinga City Council to support these amazing house 🏡.
Very active participants engaging in learning about horticultural therapy at this years introductory course.