Therapeutic Horticulture for Older Adults


Note the "Location" below which indicates if a particular class meets online or in person. Price differences may apply. Confirmation emails will contain specific logistics.

Explore how therapeutic horticulture can improve the health, function, and quality of life for older adults in various settings, from independent to assisted living, day programs, skilled nursing, and memory care facilities. You will also gain an understanding of the physical, sensory, cognitive, psychological, and social aspects of aging.

Textbooks are not included in cost.

Required Text:
Horticultural Therapy and the Older Adult Population.
Wells, Suzanne E., editor,
The Haworth Press, Inc., 1997 ($72.00)


Schedule: ONLINE: Tuesday, 7/16, 6-8pm, Thursday, 7/18, 6-8pm, Thursday, 7/25, 6-8pm; ONSITE: Saturday, 7/20, 10am-4:30pm
Times: 06:00pm-08:00pm EDT
Instructor: Lee Shahay Lee Shahay
Mikkele Lawless

Mikkele Lawless
Location: Some sessions meet online & some at NYBG, Watson Room 320
2900 Southern Blvd
Bronx, NY 10458
Session Number: 251THP401BL
Price Non-Member (Includes Materials) : $485.00
Member (Includes Materials) : $440.00
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture
By signing up for this course, you acknowledge that you have successfully completed the necessary prerequisite(s).


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