Please note that briefing sheets are printed A4 leaflets which are sent to you by post.
Briefing sheet 1: Sensory gardens
This Briefing Sheet is for anyone who wants to know more about gardening for the senses. It includes advice on design and accessibility, as well as a case study, and contacts for further information.
Briefing sheet 2: Funding
This Briefing Sheet is designed to offer advice to those working at social and therapeutic horticulture projects and offers tips on securing funding. It covers the types of funding available and includes contacts and resources for further information.
Briefing sheet 3a: Careers in social and therapeutic horticulture from getting in to getting on
This Briefing Sheet gives information and advice to those considering working in social and therapeutic horticulture or interested in continuing their professional development. It covers the various training and development routes and provides an overview of some of the training opportunities and accredited courses which are available in the UK.
Briefing sheet 3b: Is a career in social and therapeutic horticulture for me?
The purpose of this Briefing Sheet is to help people decide whether they wish to pursue a career in Social and Therapeutic Horticulture, either as a career change (which is often the case) or as a first career. In order to help you answer this question it is helpful first to define what is meant by Social and Therapeutic Horticulture.
Briefing sheet 4: Social and Therapeutic Horticulture: Useful publications and resources
This Briefing Sheet includes an introductory reading list for those interested in finding out more about social and therapeutic horticulture. It also includes a list of internet resources and gives contact details of related organisations in the UK.
Briefing sheet 5: Horticulture in secure settings
This Briefing Sheet provides an overview of research commissioned by Thrive from the Centre for Crime and Justice Studies, Kings College, London. This study looked at the use of horticulture in prisons and secure psychiatric facilities in the UK. The full report, Horticulture in Secure Settings, is also available from Thrive.