Citation

Stein LK. Activ. Adapt. Aging 1997; 22(1): 107-124.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1997, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J016v22n01_09

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

A sociocultural conceptual framework for the work of horticultural therapists provides a foundation for more effective and compassionate gardening programs for long-term care residents. Contemporary American health care emphasizes technical, biomedical approaches to most problems related to aging, chronic illness and frailty. However, evidence from qualitative research, personal narratives about life in a nursing home and observations from the author's work in a resident-centered nursing home gardening program illustrate the benefits of a sociocultural conceptual framework in therapeutic practice.