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Episode 41 of the ⁠⁠Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast⁠⁠ features Gina O'Connor, a  Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner, who is also the Founder and Director of Roots and Bloom CIC.

Do you know what a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner does?

For an answer to this question and more, listen to this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Gina O'Connor talks about:

*The 'light bulb moment' and personal story behind the founding of Roots and Bloom CIC (Community Interest Company)

*How a textiles artist reignited her creative flair to launch a flower growing and bouquet creation enterprise

*Why dementia therapy is part of the horticultural enterprise and relevance of social prescribing?

*Types of supportive therapies and volunteering opportunities open to individuals and employees of organisations

*How flower growing and floral arrangements can deliver therapeutic benefits

*Plans for Roots and Bloom over the next few months and beyond

Here's the link to listen to Episode 41 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Gina O'Connor: https://bit.ly/3CuXrid

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