VEGGIE - Veterans Experiencing Growth through Garden Interactive Experiences - is a 5-week-long horticulture therapy program for veterans. A promising new area of treatment for veterans is horticultural therapy. Horticultural therapy is the engagement of horticultural activities by a trained therapist to achieve treatment goals. Studies show that horticultural therapy can reduce stress, improve mood and help with other invisible wounds incurred from service. During our 5-week pilot program, we will learn the basics of gardening while reducing stress and improving moods!
This program is by invitation online. If you are a veteran and are interested in this program, contact Derrick Stowell at 865-974-7151 or dstowell@utk.edu.
