We use the healing power of animals and nature to nurture emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being in our community. Hendo Care Farm is an all inclusive health and wellness community resource that utilizes the natural healing benefits of the great outdoors, nature, and animals. "Care Farming is the therapeutic use of farming practices for marginalized or vulnerable people" (carefarmingnetwork.org). Hendo Care Farm is proud to be an "all inclusive" health and wellness community resource for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, immigration status, and/or ability. We celebrate diversity and strive to make a safe space that is more inclusive and less oppressive to all people. Which type of farming practices are offered at Hendo Care Farm? Care Farms differ in the type of farming activities. Hendo Care Farm's activities include, but are not limited to:
~Horticultural Therapy
~Equine Therapy
~Farm Yoga
~Customizable Farm Tours
~Mindfulness practices
~Special Events (rental options available)
Are you affiliated with Angel K Love Project? Angel K Love Project is partnering with Hendo Care Farm! Its mission will remain the same, but, soon they will be providing scholarships for youth who want to enroll in any of the Hendo Care Farm programs! More information for applying for scholarships will be rolling out in 2024. Other opportunities also include sponsoring a child and/or sponsoring our farm animals. Details for ways you can support our animals and kids in need will be out in the Spring of 22024. What are the benefits of Care Farming? "Being involved with Care Farming and Care Farms has many benefits, and many people have enriched themselves and their lives through their experiences. The following are just some of the therapeutic benefits of Care Farming and Care Farms" (carefarmingnetwork.org):
Builds confidence and self-esteem
Opportunity to give back to the community
Chance to do something physical, for example farming/gardening, riding horses, caring for animals, etc. Being in nature
Sense of achievement
Opportunity to meet and engage with new people
A sense of belonging to a community
Opportunities to learn
Memorable experiences
Fun and enjoyment
Adventure or challenge
Changes one's worldview
Reduction of stress/anxiety
Dignity of earning a paycheck
Team work/Collaboration (chance to work as part of a team collaboratively)
Independence
Connecting with animals
