Garden
Partners, a not-for-profit organization, has been serving the Portland
metropolitan area since 1999. Our programs offer residents of long-term
care, assisted living and retirement centers an opportunity to experience
what they often miss the most — using their
hands to work with seeds, soil, and plants; watering and watching them
grow; and finally, harvesting vegetables, tasting
herbs and cutting flowers.
To enhance the health and well-being of individuals through participation in community based, garden-related activities. more...
There we were, in a "therapeutic" conundrum. An elderly woman in a long term care facility simply would not get out of bed. She was irritable, depressed and vehemently refusing help from all caregivers. ... I asked Sarah if she could come down and see if she could bring our rose back to life. more...
The Board of Directors plays a key role in the functions and development of Garden Partners. Members are volunteers who have a keen interest in the interface of the organization with the community. more...
Garden Partners' staff works with volunteers, programs activities, and plans the overall functions of the organization. more...
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P.O. Box 13280 |
503-288-1280 |
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