Donations benefit Hillside Farm's Care Farming Program (formerly known as Grief Camp).
Hillside Farms' Care Farming Services provides a compassionate and healing space for children facing the difficult challenges of trauma. Since 2013, it has been a beacon of hope to the region's children from ages 6 to 14, especially those dealing with various forms of trauma, including the painful loss of loved ones due to various circumstances, including overdose, homicide, or suicide.
Trauma is not a fleeting affliction but leaves lasting effects on a child's brain development and coping mechanisms. However, recovery is indeed possible, and the nationally-recognized Care Farming Services at Hillside Farms offer a structured yet compassionate route towards healing. This comprehensive, evidence-based program offers children the opportunity to interact with mental health professionals, trauma counselors, and occupational therapists.
Children also engage in age-appropriate farm-based educational activities, creating a bond of shared experience and understanding with likewise affected peers. Moreover, each day includes grief education sessions and emotional support activities tailored to the children's individual needs, while respecting their individual pace and comfort zones in group activities. We are so proud to give back to the next generation and hold trauma-afflicted children when they need it most!
https://www.thelandsathillsidefarms.org/care-farming
