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Part of a sensory garden with benches and mirrored ball sculpture with running water

Planning a sensory garden

Sensory gardens include features, objects and plants that appeal to our senses. They can be calming or stimulating, with a range of potential wellbeing benefits.

Stephen London stroke survivor potting up

Gardening after a stroke

Gardening and time in nature can help support rehabilitation, recovery, health and wellbeing after a stroke. Whether you have a windowsill or large garden, there are activities you can do.

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A lightweight long-handled tool with support cuff used for digging

Gardening tools and equipment after a stroke

There is a wide range of tools and equipment that may make gardening easier after a stroke.

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Make your garden easier to manage after a stroke

There are many ways you can make your outdoor space easier to manage. This can allow you to enjoy the benefits of gardening with minimum of stress and effort.

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Two people including a stroke survivor plant up a container at a table

Gardening activities after a stroke

Choosing manageable gardening activities can help support your rehabilitation, recovery, health and wellbeing after a stroke.

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