Fiddlehead Care Farm

Fiddlehead Care Farm A therapeutic care farm supporting children and youth with special needs through innovative animal-assisted therapy, nature-based education and counselling

Fiddlehead Care Farm (FCF) is a therapeutic farm supporting children and youth with special needs. The facility provides nature and animal-assisted therapy, and recreational and learning opportunities for children and youth with developmental, physical and behavioural needs. Located on organic farmland in Mono, Ontario, the serene and calming landscape provides a nurturing environment for therapy, gardening and exploring nature trails. Our mission is to provide children, youth and young adults with varying abilities and their families the opportunity to learn, experience, and grow without boundaries through innovative animal-assisted therapy and nature-based education, rehabilitation and recreation. FCF’s vision is to use the healing and calming properties of nature to improve the quality of life and restore the mind, body and spirit. FCF is committed to innovative therapy for children and youth with special needs to help them reach their full potential and become their best self.

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring our three goats: Lily, Charlie, and BamBam!These three little siblin...
11/23/2025

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring our three goats: Lily, Charlie, and BamBam!

These three little siblings are gentle when fed,
Entertaining us all with the horns on their head.
Their bonking brings giggles, their play full of noise,
And a hose on the fence is their favorite of toys.

Please follow our link, share with friends, and consider donating to the goats. THANK YOU
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring Luna! Luna is our beloved therapy pig—a clever and charming Vietname...
11/17/2025

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring Luna!

Luna is our beloved therapy pig—a clever and charming Vietnamese Potbelly who brings comfort, curiosity, and joy to the clients and families she meets. As a valued member of our therapy team, Luna has a special way of helping people feel at ease while also sparking connection and learning. She’s smart, funny, and even a talented gardener (ask us how she grew her own pumpkin!). And of course, Luna maintains confidentiality and is a trusted friend to the many clients who love caring for her.

Please follow our link, watch our video, and consider donating to Luna. THANK YOU
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

Thank you Farm Educator's Roadmap for featuring me and Fiddlehead Care Farm on your podcast. That was fun!Have a listen ...
11/14/2025

Thank you Farm Educator's Roadmap for featuring me and Fiddlehead Care Farm on your podcast. That was fun!
Have a listen and please share. Let's bring more awareness to Care Farming in Canada!

What happens when a therapist trades her office for a farm?

At Fiddlehead Care Farm in Ontario, children and teens work through anxiety, autism, and depression — not in a clinic, but alongside therapy pigs, chickens, and garden beds. 🐷

Founder Stephanie Deaken shares how growing up with a sister with Down syndrome, a background in social work, and a love of nature led her to create this incredible place where healing happens with muddy hands and open hearts. 💛

In this episode, you’ll hear stories that’ll make you smile (including one about a 20-pound beet), insights on care farming, and inspiration for anyone dreaming of using their land to make a difference.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts — Farm Educator’s Roadmap.

👉 https://www.farmeducatorsroadmap.com/podcasts/farm-educator-s-roadmap



Fiddlehead Care Farm

We are excited to announce FCF’s 1st online fundraiser! We have created this fundraiser to help with animal costs. Raisi...
11/13/2025

We are excited to announce FCF’s 1st online fundraiser! We have created this fundraiser to help with animal costs. Raising money for such important operational costs, will continue to help keep our program registration costs low. Stayed tuned each week as we feature one of our special animals. Please consider donating to your favourite animal. We would also love to hear your stories on how this animal has impacted you and your family. Thank you for all your support!

Fiddlehead Care Farm (FCF) is raising money to support the ca… Stephanie Deaken needs your support for Help the Fiddlehead Care Farm animals get the care they need

11/07/2025

It was another great Halloween season at FCF! Thank you to our wonderful staff Martine for putting together this video and helping with the week's festivities! We met some great students and staff. Don't forget to book your class trip next year! PS. Luna will still take your pumpkins, you can drop them off at the end of the driveway!! Oink Oink (Thank you).

At FCF, we raise awareness about family mental health. Treat yourself this weekend—get outside and bask in the calmness ...
10/10/2025

At FCF, we raise awareness about family mental health. Treat yourself this weekend—get outside and bask in the calmness that nature can bring to you and your family.

A little rain won't hold this group back. All set up for our Thanksgiving theme for our Little Care Farmers @ FCF
10/07/2025

A little rain won't hold this group back. All set up for our Thanksgiving theme for our Little Care Farmers @ FCF

09/30/2025

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426059 25th Sideroad
Orangeville, ON
L9V1E2

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