Garden Shed
A place to potter about and growing plants as well as helping with physical, mental and social wellbeingBenefit of gardening
Exposure to green space can have a positive effect on both physical and mental health. Studies have shown that gardening can reduce depression and anxiety and local green space has been linked to improved mental health and wellbeing. For older people, gardening can be a useful source of physical activity, while supporting independence and reducing loneliness. Living in areas with green spaces is associated with less income-related health inequality, weakening the effect of deprivation on health. Urban green spaces can contribute to social cohesion but the quality and maintenance of green spaces is important to make them appealing.
Location
Independent Living
(Sheltered Housing)
Project team
Independent Living/Sheltered Housing
buzz Neighbourhood Health Worker
Aim
The aim of this project is to create a peaceful space for the residents.
The purpose and background to this project is for health and wellbeing and exercise.
Evaluation
The project promoted resident engagement and promoted social connection, inclusion, age friendly work and taking action to help wellbeing.
This is on hold because of Covid-19
Strategic links to local/national policies
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Benefit |
Policy |
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Increased mental wellbeing |
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Supports older people |
Taking Charge of our Health and Social Care in Greater Manchester (GMCA, 2015) |
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Reduces income-related health inequalities |
Fair Society, Healthy Lives (Institute of Health Equity, 2010) |
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Improves local area |
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Increased social cohesion |
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Can be used for social prescribing |
Research/evidence base
Public Health England (2020) Improving Access to Greenspace: A new review for 2020
Houlden et al (2018) The relationship between greenspace and the mental wellbeing of adults: A systematic review PLoS One, 13 (9)
The King’s Fund (2016) Gardens and Health: Implications for policy and practice
World Health Organization (2016) Urban Green Spaces and Health: A review of evidence
Schmutz et al, Garden Organic and Sustain (2014) The benefits of gardening and food growing for health and wellbeing
Contact
Sadie Roberts - Neighbourhood Health Worker
T: 07890 533 374
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"Before I didn’t know anyone in this area, then a neighbour invited me to the afternoon tea, and I met lots of people who live just a few doors away."
Local resident attending Spoon and Ladle afternoon tea, Burnage
