Jennifer Cawood has been committed to working with people with disabilities, mental health problems, assorted medical conditions and those simply of older age for over five years. Through the delivery of bespoke therapeutic horticulture programmes, Jennifer has touched the lives of those participants, their loved ones, and those caring for them.

The volume of positive feedback is immense. Please enjoy reading a selection of the testimonials of some of those involved:

Carole, activities co-ordinator at Freeland House Nursing Home, Witney, talking about therapeutic horticulture said: “It is so popular, not only for residents but also family and people working here. I’ve been inspired to take up gardening myself since Jennifer first came. I can see so many benefits in the work she does with the residents. It would be terrible for us all if the group ever stopped gardening.”

“I think it’s fantastic. It’s great for the residents to do both indoor and outdoor gardening activities. They all really enjoy it.” Pippa joint owner of Heathfield House Nursing Home, Bletchingdon.

Anne, activities co-ordinator at Heathfield House Nursing Home. “The residents really enjoy going outside to garden. It’s great to see them sowing, picking and eating what they have grown. Vera and Tom particularly enjoyed harvesting and eating the tomatoes and carrots last summer.”

Jill lives in a residential home having had a stroke and uses a wheelchair. Propagating Begonia leaf cuttings, Jill was initially a reluctant participant, but by the end of the session Jill was brimming with enthusiasm about what she had done. “I’ve learnt something new today, I just can’t believe it. I never thought I could do that at my age. It really is wonderful.”

Edith, a residential home resident: “I really enjoy it. It reminds me of what I used to do in the garden. I learn new things too.”

Vera, a residential home resident: “It’s very interesting. I enjoy everything. It reminds me of my gardening days when I was younger. I used to love gardening. I like watching everything grow.”

Bet, a residential home resident: “I like to take part with the others in the group.”

Peggy, a residential home resident: “It’s good fun for us. Being with other people is so nice.”

Sylvia, a residential home resident: “It’s fabulous.”

Evelyn, a residential home resident: “I really enjoy gardening on Fridays and my family are especially pleased for me to be doing this.”

Molly, a residential home resident: “I love to sow the seeds and watch them growing into lovely flowers and vegetables.”