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Barrier-Free Gardening Waterloo Region
According to a 2011 survey by Region of Waterloo Public Health, many community gardeners have physical limitations like difficulty bending (47.4%) or walking (21.1%), or are unable to use regular garden tools (15.8%). The document outlines steps to implement an accessible community garden project, and lists partners like the City of Kitchener, Lutheran Homes, and a community group who could help sponsor and support such a project.
Barrier-Free Gardening Waterloo Region
- 1. Carol Popovic R.N. PublicHealth Nurse
- 3. 2011 survey ofcommunity garden coordinators report gardener limitations: •47.4 % with limited flexibility or difficulty bending •21.1% with difficulty walking •15.8% unable to use regular garden tools •10.5% experience confusion or memory loss •5.3% with hearing/vision loss (Region of Waterloo Public Health)
- 4. 1. Doing theResearch 2. Building Partnerships 3. Obtaining Sponsorships 4. Implementing the project
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