It’s hoped social farming can be expanded in Kerry to include the elderly and people who are living with dementia.
Social Farming gives people the opportunity to take part in day-to-day farm activities and helps with inclusion, increases self-esteem and improves the health and well-being of participants.
South Kerry Development Partnership (SKDP) and Kerry Social Farming are looking to expand the initiative.
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The model is being trialled in other European countries and a group from Europe has been visiting Kerry over the last few days to exchange ideas.
Joe McCrohan of SKDP explains why this project would be beneficial:
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