Nature’s Nurture: Integrating Horticulture-Based Practice into Healing

Date: Thursday, April 30

Refreshments: 5:30 p.m.

CE Time: 5:45p-7:45 P.M. EST

This two-hour interactive session introduces social workers and case managers to the therapeutic use of horticulture as a practical, evidence-informed approach to supporting mental health and overall well-being. Participants will explore how engagement with plants and nature can reduce stress, support emotional regulation, enhance mood, and foster meaning and connection across diverse populations.

Grounded in person-centered and strengths-based practice, this course will demonstrate how horticultural therapy principles can be integrated into clinical and community-based settings, including hospitals, outpatient programs, and home environments. Attendees will learn adaptable strategies that require minimal resources, making this approach accessible for a wide range of care contexts.

2.0 CE Contact Hours for NYS Social Workers and Certified Care Managers

Inspired Memory Care, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0432. Inspired Memory Care is approved by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers (NACCM) as a continuing education provider, #24-909IMC. This activity approved for 2.0 CMC contact hours