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Kentucky GROW Gardening for Recreation or Work

Kentucky GROW Gardening for Recreation or Work. Matt John Kathy Sheppard-Jones Barney Fleming John Hancock Interdisciplinary Human Development Institute Kentucky AgrAbility – Cooperative Extension Service University of Kentucky and Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation .

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Kentucky GROW Gardening for Recreation or Work

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  1. Kentucky GROWGardening for Recreationor Work Matt John Kathy Sheppard-Jones Barney Fleming John Hancock Interdisciplinary Human Development Institute Kentucky AgrAbility – Cooperative Extension Service University of Kentucky and Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation

  2. Goals of the Project The physical and psychosocial benefits of gardening are well documented. The Kentucky Gardening for Recreation or Work (KY-GROW) Project will introduce individuals with disabilities to horticulture and gardening in inclusive settings. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  3. Goals of the Project Interested persons can pursue the recreational and vocational outcomes that accompany horticultural and gardening pursuits. By utilizing strategies such as universal design and assistive technology, this activity can be enjoyed by those with or without a disability. Service providers will receive training and resources to enhance their understanding of accessible gardening. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  4. Kentucky GROW Housed at the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute, KY GROW is growing new ideas about accessible gardening throughout the Commonwealth. Funding: US Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration, Recreational Programs Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  5. Who We Are • Principal Investigator • Dr Barney Fleming, IHDI-UK • Co-Principal Investigator • Wade Bailey, KY OVR • Project Director • Matt John, IHDI-UK • Resource Development • Dr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones, IHDI-UK • Technical Advisor • John Hancock, KY AgrAbility Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  6. Survey of County Extension Agents Survey of County Extension Agents (Agriculture & Natural Resources, Horticulture, Family & Consumer Science, 4-H/Youth Development) 1. How many times per year are you asked about outdoor activities for persons with disabilities. Possible requests include recreation, therapeutic, occupational or any other reasons. Please mark the appropriate answer. _____ None _____ 1-5 requests _____ 6-10 requests _____ 11-20 requests _____ More than 20 requests 2. Which of these groups do you work with on a regular basis or would like to work with that could benefit from accessible (enabling) gardening information/materials? _____ Adults/high school students with physical disabilities _____ Adults/high school students with mental or emotional disabilities _____ Adults/high school students with learning disabilities _____ Senior citizens 3. Please choose which of these types of enabling gardening strategies you are familiar with. Check all that apply. ____Raised bed gardening ____Vertical gardening ____Container gardening ____Specialty tools (ergonomic) ____Accessible landscape design ____ Hanging baskets ____Plantings with sensory attributes ____Tactile beds Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  7. Survey for Kentucky GROW Participants Survey for Kentucky GROW participants Name_____________________________________________ • Do you enjoy gardening or other outside activities? • Do you have any disabilities that make it difficult for you to do these activities? • Would you be interested in learning gardening techniques that can help you earn income? • Would you be interested in achieving Master Gardener Certification? • Would you be interested in taking part in monthly activities involving gardening? • Please choose which of these types of enabling gardening strategies you are familiar with. Check all that apply. ____Raised bed gardening ____Vertical gardening ____Container Gardening ____Specialty Tools (ergonomic) ___Accessible Landscape Design 7. Which of these types of gardening activities would you most like to include in your Kentucky GROW program? Rank 1-10. _____ Organic gardening _____ Herb gardening _____ Vegetable gardening _____ Extended season gardening _____ Flower gardening _____ Square Foot gardening _____ Heirloom plants _____ Ornamentals _____ Wildlife gardens _____ Market gardening Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  8. Recreation Pilot Garden Sites • Somerset • Lexington • Paducah • Northern KY Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  9. Other KY GROW Sites • Woodford County Extension Office • Homeplace on the Green River – Taylor County • Hugh E. Sandefur Training Center, Inc. • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  10. Demonstrations and Training Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  11. Demonstrations and Training Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  12. Train the Trainer • Hands-on activities • Horticulture information for non-gardeners. • Excellent resource list and manual. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  13. Train the TrainerA Sample Agenda ‘TRAIN THE TRAINER’ WORKSHOP  Accessible Gardening: Indoor Gardening Techniques 8:30 am Registration 8:45 Welcome 9:00 INDOOR GARDENING BASICS: Candace Harker, Extension Horticulture Agent Fayette County 10:15 Break 10:30 LIGHT AND LIGHTING OPTIONS Edie Greer, Extension Horticulture Agent Franklin County 11:15 STARTING SEEDS INDOORS Brett Reese, Extension Horticulture Agent Bourbon County Noon Boxed Lunch 12:30 pm PROPAGATING INDOOR PLANTS Patti Meads, Extension Horticulture Agent Woodford County 1:15– 3:30 HANDS ON ACTIVITIES Sowing Seed Transplanting Plant Propagation Soil Quality & Water Holding Capacity Know and Show Sombrero 3:30 Adjourn  Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  14. Training Manual Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  15. Training Manual onAccessible CD Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  16. Training Manual onAccessible CD Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  17. Assistive Technologyand Universal Design • Hand to find a few years ago • Much easier to find today • Charley’s Greenhouse Catalog… • Wal-mart, Home Depot, Lowes… Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  18. Assistive TechnologyTool Evaluation Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  19. Urban Communities Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  20. Employment • Collaborative partnering with KY Office of Vocational Rehabilitation • Project ASSET • Kentucky AgrAbility • Small Business Opportunities Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  21. Kentucky Offers Many Employment Opportunities in Agriculture • Farmer, Grower • Value-Added Processor • Agriculture Supplies • Agriculture Sales • Agriculture Services • Restaurant/Caterer • Forest products/ crafts • Computer services • Agri-Tourism Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  22. Project ASSETMarvin’s Mushrooms • Adult with Autism • Needs constant supervision during work. • Aging parents with health problems. • Kentucky GROW assisted with business planning and implementation. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

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  24. Dog Grooming Business • Individual with deafness/ mental illness. • Trained in pet grooming. • Needed assistance with business planning and development. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  25. Other Business Ideas • Accessible market garden. • Range poultry and egg business. • Kentucky GROW also assists with business planning, feasibility, accessing capital through loans and grants. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  26. Funding Opportunities • Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund – County Ag Diversification Grants. • Low Interest Loans through Economic Development providers. • Other Agricultural grants and loans. $$$$$$$$$ Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  27. Kentucky GROW in Action! Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  28. Kentucky GROW Modified • Alternative Growing strategies. • Solutions for Easier Gardening. • Unique Marketing ideas. Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  29. Kentucky GROWFor More Information Kentucky GROW 126 Mineral Industries Bldg Human Development Institute Lexington KY 40506-0051 Phone: 859.257.2078 Fax: 859.323.1901 www.ihdi.uky.edu/kygrow Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

  30. A Virtual Tour Through a Garden Kentucky GROW University of Kentucky

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