March 15, 2020
Dear Farmer/Artists, Families and Friends,
We’ve been following recommendations from a variety of resources, and have made the decision to close Full Pocket Farm day support for the next two weeks. Hopefully these measures of “social distancing” and “self-quarantine” will nip this nasty thing in the bud and we’ll be back to our regular routines soon.
We debated long and hard, as a sense of normalcy is so important to all of us. I think if we all look at this as a time for humans to band together in consideration of health care providers and empathy for those at risk, and an opportunity to slow our lives down for a bit to rediscover loved ones, read a book, take a walk, and relax, we will all emerge with a new sense of what is important to us.
Let’s keep in touch during this time – our Full Pocket Family will surely miss one another, and we’re a little excited to see how creative everyone is while they have some time on their hands! We will make sure Rosie, Pepe, Daryl and John all get extra snuggles!
We will re-evaluate at the end of the two weeks. As many of our attendees have compromised immune systems, we will remain mindful and follow directives as they become available.
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. We love you all, and will see you soon!
Gayle, Don, Eli, Mary and Family
Dear Farmer/Artists, Families and Friends,
We’ve been following recommendations from a variety of resources, and have made the decision to close Full Pocket Farm day support for the next two weeks. Hopefully these measures of “social distancing” and “self-quarantine” will nip this nasty thing in the bud and we’ll be back to our regular routines soon.
We debated long and hard, as a sense of normalcy is so important to all of us. I think if we all look at this as a time for humans to band together in consideration of health care providers and empathy for those at risk, and an opportunity to slow our lives down for a bit to rediscover loved ones, read a book, take a walk, and relax, we will all emerge with a new sense of what is important to us.
Let’s keep in touch during this time – our Full Pocket Family will surely miss one another, and we’re a little excited to see how creative everyone is while they have some time on their hands! We will make sure Rosie, Pepe, Daryl and John all get extra snuggles!
We will re-evaluate at the end of the two weeks. As many of our attendees have compromised immune systems, we will remain mindful and follow directives as they become available.
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. We love you all, and will see you soon!
Gayle, Don, Eli, Mary and Family
Innovative day support for people with diverse needs in the Richmond/Hanover area!
At Full Pocket Farm, our mission is to inspire and assist individuals living with disabilities in developing self-reliance, self-determination, and independence through inclusive and meaningful agricultural activities and creative expression.
We build life skills and practice vocational skills through therapeutic horticulture and inspired art techniques that explore the talents within. Our approach is holistic in that we address the desires of individuals and the "real life" goals they want to achieve rather than just provide a place to spend the day.
Participant Farmers and Artists choose activities based on their preferences and goals. Options include cultivating plants, working with animals, harvesting crops, tending herb and flower gardens, developing farming skills, woodworking, ceramics, and creating crafts and other marketable products in a nurturing environment with natural supports. Our activities change with the seasons.
Full Pocket Farm recognizes and values each person's daily contribution through revenue sharing and group decision making. We encourage exploring interests and mentor those who are interested in becoming an entrepreneur. Community interaction through the hosting of farm events, educating others about what we have learned, and showcasing what we produce and grow at markets is a major component of what we do at Full Pocket Farm.
We'll make a difference together and have FUN doing it!
Click on our menu links to find out about us, where you can find our products (Flowers and More tab), and events that benefit our program.
We build life skills and practice vocational skills through therapeutic horticulture and inspired art techniques that explore the talents within. Our approach is holistic in that we address the desires of individuals and the "real life" goals they want to achieve rather than just provide a place to spend the day.
Participant Farmers and Artists choose activities based on their preferences and goals. Options include cultivating plants, working with animals, harvesting crops, tending herb and flower gardens, developing farming skills, woodworking, ceramics, and creating crafts and other marketable products in a nurturing environment with natural supports. Our activities change with the seasons.
Full Pocket Farm recognizes and values each person's daily contribution through revenue sharing and group decision making. We encourage exploring interests and mentor those who are interested in becoming an entrepreneur. Community interaction through the hosting of farm events, educating others about what we have learned, and showcasing what we produce and grow at markets is a major component of what we do at Full Pocket Farm.
We'll make a difference together and have FUN doing it!
Click on our menu links to find out about us, where you can find our products (Flowers and More tab), and events that benefit our program.
Did you see us on Virginia Home Grown? Click HERE to stream the episode that featured Full Pocket Farm!
Thank you to all who have contributed to our "Go Fund Me" effort.
Your support, whether financial or in thought, means the WORLD to us!
Full Pocket Farm Go Fund Me Link
A lil' ol' Wish List:
Art Supplies
Scrap wood, white latex paint
Folks with construction experience (we need to rebuild our pond dock)
Someone to help us achieve non-profit status
People with skills (art/craft/anything!) who would like to lead a classe
